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Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Oak Brook College of Law, interested parties must complete the Application for Admission before the application deadline. Applications are reviewed with respect to three factors: (1) academic qualifications, (2) knowledge of certain Biblical principles of life, and (3) commitment to the purposes and mission of the College.

1. Academic Qualifications. Oak Brook College assesses the academic qualifications of each applicant by examining their academic record, test scores, work history, writing sample based upon the book Renewing Your Mind as You Study Law, and three personal reference evaluations. Applicants for admission must have successfully completed at least two years of college work (60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours), which college work shall be not less than one-half of the collegiate work acceptable for a bachelor's degree granted by a college or university. The college or other institution which grants this credit must fit into one of the following categories: (1) it is approved by one of the six regional associations accrediting institutions of higher education; (2) its credits are acceptable by a state university in the state wherein such college or university is situated; or (3) it is approved by the Department of Education of the state wherein such college or university is situated.

As an alternative to this requirement, an applicant may take three College Level Examination Program (CLEP) examinations, and must score at or above the minimum levels established by the Committee of Bar Examiners. Applicants who wish to make arrangements to take the CLEP examination at a location near them may write to: CLEP, Box 6600, Princeton, NJ 08541, or call (609) 771-7865.

Although not a prerequisite to admission, the College encourages prospective students to also take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) as an indicator to the College of one's legal aptitude. Information about the LSAT may be obtained from Law Services, Box 2000, 661 Penn Street, Newtown, PA 18940-0998, or by calling (215) 968-1300.

2. Basic Life Principles Seminar. Because of the College's unique mission and its statement of faith, attendance of all the sessions of the Basic Life Principles Seminar sponsored by the Institute in Basic Life Principles is a prerequisite for admission. This seminar focuses on how to apply seven Biblical principles of life to resolve basic conflicts and discover purpose in life. Information about this seminar can be obtained from the Institute in Basic Life Principles, Box One, Oak Brook, IL 60522-3001, or by calling (214) 421-0001. You can also check their Web site at www.iblp.org. If you are unable to attend a seminar due to seminar schedule limitations, you may request to complete the seminar via DVD. The application to complete the seminar can be downloaded by clicking here.

3. Commitment to the Purposes and Mission of the College. The Admissions Committee looks for applicants who share a commitment to the mission of Oak Brook College. An applicant's commitment to the goals of the College is revealed in personal reference recommendations, application responses, personal character qualities, and by the motivation for studying law.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Oak Brook College does not unlawfully discriminate in its admissions or educational policies on the basis of race, color, gender, or national and ethnic origin. However, admission into Oak Brook College is limited to individuals with convictions, goals, and objectives consistent with the statement of faith and the mission of Oak Brook College.

The College reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant or to dismiss any student at its own discretion when any such applicant or student manifests character or conduct which is adverse to the College's statement of mission, purpose, and objectives.

Study in Oak Brook College of Law requires a high level of proficiency in the English language. The college does not provide English language instruction, nor does it offer visa services.

Transfer Students

We consider granting transfer credit on a case-by-case basis. However, since there are so few schools that have a mission, purpose, and educational method that is comparable to ours, transfer credit is not often granted. We will need to review a copy of your transcript from your former law school, as well as your application stating your goal in pursuing law and your personal agreement with the statement of faith and mission of the school, before a final decision can be made.

Tuition and Expenses

Tuition for the juris doctor degree program is currently $3,500 per year. This amount is subject to review and alteration by the College from year to year. Any alteration in the tuition amount will be clearly stated in the enrollment agreement. Tuition is payable in full at the beginning of each year, or a ten-month payment plan option may be utilized. If the student uses the optional payment plan, there is an additional $75 per year processing fee.

The College currently charges a $56 registration fee to cover the processing of the enrollment materials and payments. There is also a $50 media fee for lectures. Applicants are charged a nonrefundable $25 application fee that must be included with the application.

Students also have access to LEXIS-NEXIS and Westlaw online legal research services. Access to these services is only offered during the second, third, and fourth years. Students pay a Technology Fee of $100 per year that defrays the cost of these and other electronic services provided by the College.

Tuition does not include transportation, housing or meals during the college conferences. College conferences include: orientation, FYLSX (baby bar) review and elective workshops. The conference facility currently charges $45 per night double occupancy (includes meals). There is a $75 fee per conference. The Graduation Fee is $200 for those who choose to attend graduation.

The following fees are related to the students’ legal studies, but are not paid directly to Oak Brook College. They are the responsibility of each student (fees current as of January 1, 2006):

At this time, the College does not provide any students with financial aid and does not participate in any student loan programs. The College reserves the right to reevaluate the fee structures from year to year and to change them at its discretion.