PS Attach a personal statement describing any life experiences that reflect on your ability to excel in the advanced study of law and explain how the SJD degree will help you in your future career plans. The statement should be no more than three pages and address why you want to study at Iowa Law. Fee Apply online with LSAC. RL You must submit three letters of recommendation. At least two should be from law professors who can comment on your critical thinking, writing skills, and potential for success in writing a doctoral dissertation. Transcript Official copies of academic records of coursework completed in colleges, universities, technical institutes, and professional institutions are required, in English, regardless of the duration of study or whether you obtained a degree. The College of Law participates in LSAC's Credential Assembly Service. You are responsible for submitting to LSAC an official transcript from each institution you have attended.