Online Status Frequently Asked Questions
IU School of Law-Indianapolis uses an online feature to assist applicants in monitoring their application progress. This feature is continually being enhanced. We appreciate your patience as we implement this tool.
Q: I just submitted my application. How can I check my application status online?
A: You will be sent an e-mail with login information for the Online Status Check after we have received the paper copy of your law school application from LSAC.
Q: My Online Status says the school requires 3 Letters of Recommendation, but I only have 2 letters and my status says Complete. Am I missing something?
A: No. While we strongly encourage applicants to submit 3 Letters of Recommendation, only 2 are required to complete your file.
Q: The Mailings section of my online status indicates my decision letter has been mailed, but I haven't received it yet. Where is my letter?
A: The date of your mailing may be slightly misleading. The date shown is actually the date your letter was generated. We try to mail the letters as soon as possible after they are printed, usually within 2 days; however, there are occasions when it may take up to 7-10 days before they are ready to go into the mail. Please be patient and if your letter does not arrive within 14 days of the date posted on your status, you may call our office for an update. (See also Current Status Description: Decision Letter Sent).
Q: My online status now says “Seat Deposit”. Does that mean I’ve been accepted?
A: The “Fees” feature of the online status check displays the fees associated with the admissions process. This section will look the same for all applicants, regardless of their admission decision, i.e. each applicant will show a line for Application Fee, Seat Deposit, and Seat Deposit Balance. If there is no amount entered in the “Amount Due” or no date in the “Date Due” field, then you do not have any outstanding fee to pay. If there is a “Date Due” and “Amount Due”, you should also see the “Date Paid” heading which will display the date your payment is received by the Admissions Office.
| Status Description: | Definition: |
|---|---|
| App Rec'd | Your application has been received electronically and is in processing. |
| File Complete | Our office has received all the application materials that are required for file review. A file is considered complete when the following items have been received: law school application, application fee, your electronic signature, Character and Fitness explanation (if applicable), personal statement, LSDAS report (including transcripts from all institutions attended), and 2 letters of recommendation. Your status may remain complete for several weeks before it is sent to review. |
| Multiple Items Missing- Incomplete | More than one required item has not been received for your file. If you believe you have submitted all necessary items for completion of your file please email llmosier@iupui.edu for a more detailed explanation. Please allow 5-7 business days for items sent outside of the Law School Data Assembly Service and/or application submission. |
| Waiting on 3rd LOR (Appl. Request) | You have requested your file not be eligible for completion status until your third letter of recommendation is received by Indiana University School of Law- Indianapolis. Requests should be made in writing. Please send these requests to llmosier@iupui.edu or mail to 530 W. New York Street IH121 Indianapolis, IN 46202-3225 |
| Personal Statement Missing | Your (required) Personal Statement has not been received. Please submit a Personal Statement by emailing an attachment to llmosier@iupui.edu. You may also send the Personal Statement by regular mail: 530 W. New York Street Room 121 Indianapolis, IN 46202-3225. Your Personal Statement should follow the guidelines listed within the application. |
| C&F Explanation Missing | Your application indicates a “yes” response to a Character and Fitness question. However, an addendum with an explanation of your “yes” response has not been received. |
| Law Transcript Missing | This status is for Transfer applicants only. Your current law school transcript has not been received. This transcript should be sent directly from your current law school and contain grades for two semesters. |
| Letter of Good Standing Missing | This status is for Transfer applicants only. A Letter of Good Standing has not been received. This letter should be sent directly from your current law school to our law school. |
| Ltr of Good Standing/Law Tran. Missing | This status is for Transfer applicants only. Neither a Letter of Good Standing nor your Law Transcript has been received. Both items must be sent directly from your current law school. |
| In Review | Your file has begun to be circulated for review. |
| Decision Letter Sent | Your file has been reviewed and a decision has been made. A letter with your admission decision (admitted, denied, or waitlisted) has been generated and will be mailed to the address listed as your current residence within 10 days. Decisions are not given over the phone or in person. Please make sure your current mailing address is correct and contact our office as necessary to update your information. |
| Your 1st Seat Deposit has been received | Your initial deposit of $150 has been received. A second deposit of $150 is due by the date specified in your admissions packet. |
| Your seat deposit has been received | Your full seat deposit of $300 has been received. |
