Academics

Colorado Law's curriculum provides students one of the best comprehensive legal educations in the nation, employing a solid foundation in the fundamentals of law, robust theoretical inquiry, doctrinal and policy analysis, real world experience, legal reasoning tools, and professional skills. Our faculty members are passionate about teaching and are committed to providing a well-rounded learning experience that prepares students to serve wisely and with professionalism.

Nationally recognized programs

• Technology and Intellectual Property Law
• Natural Resources, Energy, and Environmental Law
• American Indian Law
• Juvenile and Family Law
• Public Service Law
• Entrepreneurial and Business Law

Robust experiential learning

• Clinics
• Externships
• Appellate and Trial Court Competitions
• Pro bono public service pledge program

Degrees & Certificates

Juris Doctor Program Requirements. The most common program is a full-time, day, three-year degree. We also offer a 2 ½ Year JD Option.

Master of Studies in Law (MSL) Degree: Full- or part-time, day, one-year degree program for non-JD seekers. Concentration in ethics & compliance.

LLM Degree

Dual Degrees

• JD and MS or PhD, Env. Studies
• JD and MBA
• JD and MD
• JD and MPA
• JD and MS
• JD and MURP

Certificates

• American Indian Law
• Civil Rights & Racial Justice Law
• Energy, Environmental, and Natural Resources Law and Policy
• Entrepreneurial Law
• Graduate Certificate in Environmental Justice (offered through the Graduate School)
• Health Law and Policy
• International Law
• Juvenile and Family Law
• Tax Emphasis