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Generate a professional request letter to your law school's dean or registrar asking for the dean's certification required by transfer schools.
A dean's certification (also called a "dean's letter" or "good standing letter") is a formal document from your current law school's dean of students, dean of academics, or registrar's office that certifies:
✓ Your enrollment status and expected graduation date
✓ Your academic good standing
✓ Any academic discipline or honor code issues (or the absence thereof)
✓ Your class rank or GPA (some versions)
✓ Your anticipated completion of required 1L coursework
Most T14 schools require this document as part of the transfer application. Request it 4–6 weeks before your earliest deadline.
[Today's Date]
[Dean's Name / Registrar]
[Your Law School Name]
[Office of Student Affairs / Registrar's Office]
Dear [Dean's Name],
I am writing to respectfully request a Dean's Certification letter in connection with my application to transfer to [Target School(s)]. My application deadline is [Deadline Date], and I would be grateful if the letter could be completed by [Two Weeks Before Deadline] to allow time for submission.
I am currently enrolled at [Current Law School] as a [1L / 2L] student (Student ID: [Student ID]). I am in good academic and disciplinary standing, and I am committed to completing all required coursework for the current academic year.
The certification letter typically includes: (1) confirmation of current enrollment and academic standing; (2) anticipated completion of required 1L coursework; (3) confirmation of no pending academic discipline or honor code violations; and (4) class rank or GPA information if available and permitted by school policy.
Please let me know if your office requires any forms, fees, or additional information to process this request. I am happy to provide whatever is needed and would be glad to stop by your office at your convenience.
Thank you sincerely for your time and assistance. I greatly appreciate the support of [Current School] as I pursue this opportunity.
Respectfully,
[Your Full Name]
[Student ID: XXXXXXX]
[your.email@lawschool.edu]
[Phone Number]
Dear [Dean's Name / To Whom It May Concern],
My name is [Your Name] (Student ID: [Student ID]), and I am a [1L / 2L] student at [Current Law School]. I am writing to request a Dean's Certification letter in support of my transfer application to [Target School(s)].
My application deadline is [Deadline Date]. I would greatly appreciate having the certification completed by [Two Weeks Before Deadline] to allow time for submission.
The Dean's Certification should confirm my: (1) current enrollment and good standing, (2) anticipated completion of required 1L coursework, (3) absence of pending academic or honor code violations, and (4) GPA/class rank if your office is authorized to disclose this information.
Please let me know if you need any additional forms, a processing fee, or other information. I am available to meet at your convenience or respond to any questions by email or phone.
Thank you very much for your time and assistance.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
[your.email@lawschool.edu]
[Phone Number]
Dear [Dean's Name],
I hope this message finds you well. I am following up on my Dean's Certification request submitted on [Date of Original Request]. My name is [Your Name] (Student ID: [Student ID]).
My earliest transfer application deadline is [Deadline Date], and I want to ensure the certification is submitted on time. I completely understand that your office handles many requests, and I sincerely appreciate your time.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need any additional information from me or if there is anything I can do to facilitate the process. I would be happy to stop by your office at a time that is convenient for you.
Thank you again for your assistance.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
[your.email@lawschool.edu]
[Phone Number]