Admissions
Welcome to the University of Colorado Law School. We offer a traditional Juris Doctor (JD) program, an option for completing the JD in 2.5 years, six dual degree and nine certificate programs, an LLM program, and a Master of Studies in Law (MSL) program.
Nationally Recognized Programs
Our inspiring location is unparalleled among law schools. Boulder-Denver is one of the nation's top metro areas:
- #1 college town in America - Best College Reviews, 2024
- #2 best place to live for quality of life - U.S. News & World Report, 2024
- #10 best place to live - U.S. News & World Report, 2024
- #9 healthiest city in America - Niche, 2024
- #4 state economy - U.S. News & World Report, 2024
Our students are talented, hard-working, service-oriented leaders.
- Class of 2027: 164 median LSAT score and 3.79 median GPA
- 96% of of the classes of 2025 and 2026 worked in substantive legal jobs in summer 2024
- Over the last four years, students have volunteered over 36,200 hours of public service work
We are a leader and innovator in developing legal professionals.
- Development of critical skills through our 9 specialized clinics
- Real-life experience enabling graduates to hit the ground running
- Interdisciplinary opportunities with 6 dual degrees and 9 certificates
- Career planning resources that enable students to define and achieve their individual career goals
We are a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive community.
- 40+ active student organizations
- 8,000+ living alumni spread across every state, 32 countries and six continents
- Our students enjoy helping each other succeed
- Our 6.1:1 student/faculty ratio calculated using U.S. News & World Report methodology
The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status in admission and access to, and treatment and employment in, its educational programs and activities.
Important Dates
October 1, 2024
- JD, Master of Studies in Law (MSL), & LLM Applications Open
- 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Opens
March 15, 2025
- LLM Application Priority Deadline
April 1, 2025
- JD Application Closes
July 1, 2025
- LLM Application Closes
- Master of Studies in Law (MSL) Application Closes
Colorado Law is Affordable
Colorado Law’s Office of Financial Aid helps students find resources to make law school affordable through scholarships, fellowships, and federal and private student loans.
Non-residents may establish residency after 1 year.
We can always be reached at:
303.492.7203
law.admissions@colorado.edu