Diehl Center for Law School Preparation
The Diehl Center for Law School Preparation provides information and assistance to students about careers in law, the law school experience and how to prepare for it, and the application process.
The Diehl Center
The center is named for Craig A. Diehl, Esquire, CPA ‘82, who graduated magna cum laude with an accounting degree from Bloomsburg University in 1982. He later worked with Price Waterhouse in Baltimore for several years before obtaining his Juris Doctor in 1988 from the Dickinson School of Law.
In 1990, Diehl opened his law practice specializing in tax law and preparation, bankruptcy, real estate, estate administration and planning, corporate law, contracts, and civil litigation.
Diehl is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
Diehl Center Mission and Features
The mission of the Craig A. Diehl Center for Law School Preparation is to provide information and assistance to students about careers in law, the law school experience and how to prepare for it, and the application process.
- Diehl Center Features:
- Guidance on law school admissions and timelines
- Insights into the law school experience
- Support for exploring diverse legal career paths
- Resources for students from any academic background
- LSAT tutoring and individual advising
- Named in honor of Craig A. Diehl, Esquire, CPA, a distinguished Bloomsburg alum, the center is committed to helping you navigate your journey from undergrad to law school with confidence.
Program Information
Graduates of Commonwealth University have continued their academic journeys at a diverse and distinguished group of law schools, such as:
- Albany Law School
- Drexel University School of Law
- Duquesne University School of Law
- Elon University School of Law
- Georgetown University School of Law
- Harvard University School of Law
- Ohio Northern University School of Law
- Penn State Dickinson Law School
- Rutgers Law School
- Syracuse University School of Law
- University of Louisville Law School
- University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- University of San Diego Law School
- Wake Forest School of Law
- Western New England School of Law
- West Virginia University School of Law
- Widener Commonwealth Law School Harrisburg
- Widener University Delaware Law School
Throughout the academic year, the Diehl Center offers free programming such as:
- Trips to Law Schools to explore the law student experience.
- Presentations from Law Schools to speak about the application and admission process such as Seton Hall University, Widener University, and University of Pittsburgh.
- Guest speakers to discuss topics such as the application and admission process, how to write a personal statement, how to prepare for the LSAT tutoring and individual advising, and preview different careers in law.
Law School Admission Council (LSAC)
Explore everything you need for your law school journey with the Law School Admission Council. Learn about the application process, register for the LSAT, research law schools, and submit your materials. If you’re considering law school, this is where to start.
Diehl Center Dedication
Bloomsburg University and the Bloomsburg University Foundation held a dedication ceremony to honor the generosity of Craig A. Diehl '82 and celebrate his gift to create the Diehl Center for Law School Preparation.
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Bloomsburg University and the Bloomsburg University Foundation recently held a dedication ceremony to honor the generosity of Craig A. Diehl '82 and celebrate his gift to create the Diehl Center for...
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