Welcome to Yale Law School!

We are really looking forward to having you join us. We are here to help with your transition as you enter the Yale Law School community. Orientation 2017 will take place on Monday, August 21 through Friday, August 25. You can use the links to help you navigate the various online resources and settle into YLS and New Haven.

If you have any questions, please call (203-432-7979) or e-mail us ([email protected]).

 

Getting Started

Academic Calendar

Important dates and deadlines for the next school year.

Checklist & Forms for Admitted Students

Dates, action items, and forms for new students.

Important Resources

Additional resources list for students.

Student Life

From classes, to conferences, to events and volunteering, learn about the many ways in which Yale Law students can engage with each other and the community

Entering Student Survey

Click here for survey
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The Yale Law School you are entering has never been a law school that simply defends what is. Your law school —Yale Law School—has always been a law school that fights for what ought to be.”

Harold Hongju Koh

Sterling Professor of International Law and Former Dean