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Information for Admitted Students
Congratulations on your admittance to the fall entering class, and welcome to SIU Simmons Law School! This website is designed specifically for you and will be updated with the information you need to know prior to the start of the fall semester.
Admitted Student Guide
The Admitted Student Guide is a detailed resource guide on what you need to do to join the SIU Law community. Just follow these simple steps to become a Saluki!
Seat Deposit
SIU Simmons Law School requires two seat deposits, each in the amount of $250, by the deadlines indicated in your admittance packet. You may pay your seat deposits by mailing a check payable to Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School to the address below or by paying online with a credit card. Seat deposits are non-refundable.
Simmons Law School Office of Admissions
Lesar Law Building, Mail Code 6804
Southern Illinois University
1150 Douglas Drive
Carbondale, Illinois 62901
Class Schedule
In July, students will receive a detailed email from the Office of Admissions with their assigned section and detailed instructions on how to access their fall schedule via SalukiNet. The textbook list and course syllabi are available a few weeks prior to the first day of class.
Orientation
Orientation, which is held the week of August 12, introduces students to the academic and organizational skills that law students must master to be successful from day one. It is mandatory for all first-year students.
Laptop Recommendation
The law school requires students to have a laptop. Students utilizing a laptop for exams will need to meet the minimum requirement for Examsoft (Chromebooks are not compatible with the lockdown feature of Examsoft).
Housing in Carbondale
A majority of our students elect to live off-campus in Carbondale or other surrounding communities such as Cambria, Carterville, Herrin, Murphysboro, Marion
The Office of Admissions has compiled a list of off-campus property managers to assist in your search. For information about on-campus housing for graduate/professional students, go to University Housing.
Campus and Community
SIU law students enjoy the advantages that come with a University that is a major research institution. There are a variety of cultural, athletic, educational and recreational experiences throughout southern Illinois that will enhance your educational experience.
There is an extensive network of support services for students and their families here at SIU and in the surrounding community.
If you are unable to visit campus, click on the name below to view a video.