School of Law
ADMITTED STUDENT INFORMATION
Congratulations again on your admission to Memphis Law, we look forward to seeing you on campus this very soon.
This page includes all of the information you will need in order to help you successfully become a part of the Memphis Law family. The Admissions Office is here to help you as your begin your law school career. You will find the necessary forms to complete enrollment linked below.
Checklist
Read this information carefully and thoroughly - these are all the things you will need to complete in order for us to register you for classes.
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Initialize your University of Memphis account to establish your myMemphis portal and
email login. Instructions on how to initialize your Memphis email account is sent
within one week of acceptance.
Note: If you are currently enrolled at the University of Memphis, you do not need to complete
this step.
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Instructions on how to activate your Memphis email account will be sent to your email on file within one week of acceptance. If you have additional questions or experience difficulties establishing this account, please contact the University’s IT Helpdesk at 901.678.8888.
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Submit your non-refundable $250 seat deposit by the deadline provided in your admissions email. Follow the instruction on the Seat Deposit page.
By August 1
An official transcript from your undergraduate degree-granting school showing degree conferral information should be sent to LSAC.org by August 1. Please ensure your undergraduate university has 'degree-conferred' or 'degree awarded' on the transcript prior to making your request. You will submit these final transcripts electronically to LSAC. Students with advanced degrees should also have those transcripts sent to LSAC in order for those degrees to be properly counted at graduation.
Summer graduates should contact the admissions office for an adjusted deadline.
If you have already graduated, please check your LSAC file to ensure the transcript on file includes a "Degree Conferred" date. All final transcripts must be received through LSAC.org no later than October 1, 2025, to avoid any holds on your account or withdrawal from the School of Law.
Late July / Early August
All first-year law students are automatically registered for classes by the Law School Registrar. First-year students should not attempt to register themselves!
By August
The University negotiates rates for convenient downtown parking for law students. More information about specific parking garages will be available in the GuideBook app. Students are not obligated to park in the contracted garages and may choose to park at any garage or use available metered parking on the streets surrounding the Law School.
By August
The Campus Card is undergoing a change from physical to digital. Additional information forthcoming.
By August
Memphis Law students are required to possess a laptop/tablet that meets minimum specifications. Memphis Law integrates technology in the classroom and all law school exams are taken using exam software. Please visit this website to make sure your laptop meets the minimum standard before classes begin. If you have questions about whether your device meets the minimum specifications, please contact lawit@memphis.edu.
Early August
Memphis Law has a bookstore on site where students can purchase law school books. You may also purchase books from the law school bookstore online or from an outside vendor, if you wish.
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Come visit our historic, state-of-the-art facility. Whether signing up for a tour, class visit, or Admitted Student Day, we would love to see you on campus soon.
By July
All new students must complete the Certificate of Immunization and submit it to Student Health Services. Any questions should be directed to Health Servies at 901.678.2287. No health records are collected or maintained in the admissions office.
By July
Tennessee law requires ALL NEW STUDENTS interested in enrolling at a college or university in Tennessee to provide proof of their legal presence before state benefits will be provided. This law applies to all levels of collegiate study and includes both Tennessee residents and non-residents, alike. The preferred way to satisfy the EVEA requirement is to complete the FAFSA. Click to learn more about how to satisfy the Eligibility Verification Entitlements Act (EVEA).
Financing your Legal Education
Law school is an investment, so make sure that you're informed about of your financial options.
There is not a separate application for first-year scholarship consideration. Please be sure to complete all sections of your application, including the optional questions.Scholarship recipients will be notified as soon as possible of their scholarship award, starting in late January.
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The Student Financial Aid Office administers federal, state and institutional aid programs to qualified students. In order to apply for any federal aid loans, you must first fill out and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You need to file a FAFSA each year you wish to borrow a federal loan.
All students are able to apply for Alternative Loans which are loans through a private lender. Most alternative loans require a credit check and may require a co-signor. All eligible students should complete the FAFSA and utilize their federal aid options before seeking an Alternative Loan as the federal rates and terms are generally more favorable. If approved, the student can borrow up to the estimated Cost of Attendance minus any other financial assistance that is expected to received. Find find out more information on Alternative Loans by clicking here.
Moving to Memphis
The thought of moving may be intimidating, but let us help lessen the load. Here are some resources to help your transition.
Explore all that the city of Memphis has to offer outside of the classroom and off campus. Whether exploring the nightlife, professional sporting events, nature, restaurants, or eclectic neighborhoods, this one stop guide is for you.
There is a wide variety of off-campus housing available. Most of our students live in the Downtown, Midtown, East Memphis, and Harbor Town (Mud Island) neighborhoods.
If you are interested in university housing for graduate students, it is available near the main campus. Please note that the main campus is approximately 10 miles from the Law School.
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Download the 2026 housing guide, complied through a survey of current Memphis Law students.
Success & Support
Our philosophy is that we have 'A Successful Outcome for Every Student,' and we take that very seriously at the School of Law. Below is a list of resources available to all of our students.
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The University of Memphis Disability Resources for Students (DRS) is to facilitate equal access to University classes, programs, and activities for students with disabilities. In order to accomplish this goal, DRS takes a 3-pronged approach:
- Accessible design of campus environments- DRS serves as a resource for faculty, staff, and administrators on creating accessible environments.
- Individual accommodations- DRS is the campus department designated by the University to work with students through an interactive process to establish disability status and approve requests for reasonable accommodations.
- Education-DRS provides training and educational programming to reduce stigma surrounding the disability experience.