Academics

With multiple campuses, night and weekend programs, and classes that start year-round, we give you the opportunity to study law on your terms, at your pace, in a way that meets your needs. Flexible scheduling option support part-time and full-time employment.

Year-round education taught by full-time faculty

Our 12-month academic year consists of three 15-week classes. You may begin in September, January and May.No matter when you start, you will be taught by the same full-time faculty and have to meet the same graduation requirements.

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Degrees

Our program is ideal both for students who work while attending law school and for students on a more traditional schedule. Students at some campuses may also choose to complete their entire legal education on the weekend.

Juris Doctor

Our curriculum is designed to help students master the knowledge, skills, and ethics needed for bar examinations, law practice, and further graduate study.

Every student must complete 90 credit hours, including 66 credit hours of required substantive and skills-based courses, plus 24 credit hours of elective courses in one of several concentrations of study. The curriculum also requires actual practice experience before graduating.

LL.M.

Our Graduate Programs provide recent law graduates and practitioners an opportunity to develop excellence through a practice-oriented curriculum with expert faculty in a 100% online environment.

Joint Degrees

Earn a J.D. degree plus a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in less time! The program allows select students to take up to six credits of LL.M. coursework before they complete their juris doctor degree.

The credits will count toward both degrees, permitting these students to save significant time and money while obtaining the knowledge, skills, and credentials for a successful law practice.

Academics

Succeed on the bar exam and in practice.

Juris Doctor Degree - J.D.
Master of Laws Degree - LL.M.
Dual-Degree Programs
Concentrations
Study Abroad

program Options

Study law on your terms, at your pace.

Weekends
Weekday
2-Year Program
Nights

Locations

Study in Michigan or Florida. Your choice.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Lansing, Michigan
Tampa Bay, Florida

Program Options

weekDay

Full and Part-Time programs

weekend

Full and Part-Time programs

evening

Full and Part-Time programs

2-year

Full-time program

getting started

Step-by-step: How to Apply

Take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). You may take the LSAT as many times as you would like. W'll use your highest score for determining admission.

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Scholarships

Earn from 10-100% of tuition throughout your enrollment.

Scholarships can significantly reduce the total cost of a legal education. At WMU-Cooley you can earn a 10-100% tuition scholarship that is applied to all 90 credits required for graduation. 
Receive a free evaluation for scholarship and admission

How to Apply for Financial Aid

For Entering January 2017 Students & Beyond

Our office stands ready to help students develop a financial plan that meets their educational goals. We understand the process of starting law school is very exciting, but here are a few things to keep in mind with regard to your financial needs. Read our Financial Aid Code of Conduct. Contact a WMU-Cooley representative to:

• Learn how to pay for law school

• Review scholarship opportunities

• Explore loan repayment options

• Design a financial aid package that meets your needs

LL.M. Students

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Military Students

Yellow Ribbon Designated VA Education Benefits Yellow Ribbon Program - Maximize your Montgomery GI or Yellow Ribbon GI Post 9/11 benefits. Using Veterans Benefits? We can help.

Michigan campuses: Melissa Crips 517-371-5140 ext 2248

Florida campus: Tony Alvarado 813-419-5100 ext 2248

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Study law on your terms at your pace

The diversity of our students creates a dynamic, open, and stimulating learning environment that enriches the educational experience and ultimately, the career of every graduate.

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Year-round admissions

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Evening and weekend classes support part-time study and full-time employment

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Earn your law degree while working and raising a family

Year-Round Admissions in Great Cities

No matter which campus you choose, you will learn in an outstanding, spacious facilty with ever technological advantage, in a comfortable, inviting environment.

auburn hills

The newest, largest, "greenest", and most technologically advanced law school facilities in all of Southeast Michigan

grand rapids
kalamazoo

Urban, dynamic Heartside District

lansing

In the heart of Michigan's capital city

tampa bay

Vibrant, diverse and active legal community

Required Courses

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Concentrations

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Experiential Learning

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Course Descriptions

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Admissions
Academics
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Student Life
About WMULaw
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meet our admissions team

about our enrollment coordinators

Paul Zelenski
Associate Dean of Enrollment & Student Services

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VAL SCHNABLE 
Associate Director of Admissions

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BRIANNE MEYERS
Director of Admissions

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Aplications

Paper application (pdf) - Fax paper applications to: (517) 334-5718 or email admissions@cooley.edu.

DiscoverLaw.org - Resources, tips, and tools on how to become a competitive applicant.

Your application: The first step to the practice of law. Important information about the American Bar Association Standard 504(a).

Contact Us

WMU-Cooley Law School
300 S. Capitol Ave. 
Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: (517) 371-5140, ext. 2244
Fax: (517) 334-5718

admissions@cooley.edu

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Academics

Succeed on the bar exam and in practice.

Juris Doctor Degree - J.D.
Master of Laws Degree - LL.M.
Dual-Degree Programs
Concentrations
Study Abroad

Options

Study law on your terms, at your pace.

Weekends
Weekday
2-Year Program
Nights

Locations

Study in Michigan or Florida. Your choice.

Auburn Hills, Michigan
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Lansing, Michigan
Tampa Bay, Florida