Transfer Application Requirements

All applicants for admission as a transfer student must submit the following:

• A non-refundable application fee - Waived for the 2026 application
• Completed, signed, and dated application
• Resumé
• Personal Statement
• Optional Statement(s)
• Letter of standing from current law school*
• Official transcript from current law school*
• Official class rank from current law school*

Resumé

Please attach to your application a resumé, including a record of employment, scholastic honors, extracurricular activities, and community involvement.

Personal Statement

Please include a brief personal statement indicating fully why you chose to transfer to Pepperdine Caruso Law, significant extracurricular and/or civic activities, and any further information that you feel should be considered by the Admissions Committee. 

Optional Statements

You may choose to respond to either or both prompts below to provide the Admissions Committee with additional information about yourself and the contribution you would make to our unique Pepperdine Caruso Law community. 

#1 Christian Mission

Pepperdine is a Christian university committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values, where students are strengthened for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. Caruso Law's dedication to our Christian mission drives a deep desire to embody and imbue in our students the highest standards of ethics and morality. We are proud to have a strong Christian faculty that also includes several professors from other faiths. We welcome students of all faiths, as well as students who are not part of any faith tradition. Our complete mission and vision can be found here. Please share how you would contribute to this unique community.

#2 Background, Life Experience, and Perspective

Pepperdine Caruso Law is a community of belonging with students, faculty, and staff with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a culture in which each person’s voice and convictions enhance our shared community. Please share with the Admissions Committee how your background, life experiences, and perspective have shaped your courage, determination, and character and ability to contribute uniquely to the culture of the Pepperdine

Official Letter of Standing

An official letter of standing is required from the dean of your current or previous ABA-accredited law school.

Official Transcript and Class Rank

An official law school transcript reflecting all classes and grades taken at your current or previous ABA-accredited law school and your official class rank are required. If class rank is unavailable, please furnish a letter from your current or previous ABA-accredited law school stating why.

 * Please have your current or previous law school send supporting documents to lawadmis@pepperdine.edu or mailed to:

Pepperdine Caruso School of Law
Office of Admissions
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263

If you need additional information or have questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at (310) 506-4631.