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Start at UAS, Study Law at Willamette University

The 4+3 Direct Admission Program
The 4+3 Direct Admission Program allows undergraduate students studying at UAS and UAS alumni to gain admission to Willamette Law based on certain academic credentials. When a student meets these credentials, they will be admitted to the Willamette School of Law and be guaranteed a Direct Admission scholarship of $10,000, renewable each year the student is enrolled at Willamette Law and remains in good standing.
“This is an exciting opportunity for our Social Science students. Many of them develop a strong interest in policy and law while attending UAS. This unique partnership with Willamette University of Law provides a valuable pathway for expanding their career options.” — Dr. Lora Vess, Faculty and Chair, UAS Social Sciences
4+3 UAS/Willamette Direct Admission Law Program Advisor

Jessica Kliewer brings a wealth of experience to her role as the Assistant Dean of Admissions. Kliewer works with JD, LLM, and MLS students from inquiry to matriculation, helping to guide students interested in pursuing a graduate degree in law. She is also the Pre Law advisor at Willamette University College of Arts & Sciences. Kliewer also focuses on the development and implementation of recruitment initiatives aimed at achieving enrollment and revenue goals.
Kliewer can assist with:
- Exploring legal careers/law schools
- Developing skills for law school
- The law school application process and timeline
- Understanding standardized entrance exams: The LSAT and the GRE
- Choosing a law school and financing your graduate education
Contact
Phone: 503-370-6994
Email: jkliewer@willamette.edu
Biography
For detailed information about studying law at Willamette University, visit the College of Law website.