Bradley University and DePaul University College of Law Announce Direct Admission Partnership

December 3, 2025

Bradley University students pursuing legal careers now have a streamlined and supportive path to law school through a new education partnership with DePaul University College of Law in Chicago. The direct admission agreement offers guaranteed admission and meaningful scholarship support to qualifying Bradley seniors and recent graduates.

Under the agreement, DePaul Law will offer admission to up to five eligible Bradley students each year, along with a minimum annual scholarship of $13,429. All undergraduate majors are welcome to apply.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with DePaul Law to help create the next generation of leaders in the legal profession,” says Bradley University Provost Dan Moon.  “The rigorous preparation students receive at Bradley combined with the stellar professional knowledge and skills they gain at DePaul Law will forge a truly transformational path to success for our students.”

To be considered for the direct admission pathway, Bradley students must have a 3.65 GPA or higher, earn a 153 or higher on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), and complete required pre-law coursework, among other criteria. More information is on Bradley’s website.

“We look forward to welcoming Bradley graduates to DePaul Law. Bradley University’s commitment to preparing purpose-driven leaders closely aligns with our mission to educate lawyers who lead with purpose and integrity,” says DePaul Law Dean Geoffrey Rapp. “We are especially excited about the potential these students bring to helping close access-to-justice gaps across Illinois.”

Students interested in the program are encouraged to contact Bradley University’s pre-law advisor, Dr. Taraleigh Davis.  Additional information is available through Bradley’s Pre-Law Resources and Services.