1. Fill out the Application for Admission to Graduate Programs (pdf) and attach:

• personal statement indicating why you wish to pursue this degree
• legal writing sample
• letter of recommendation
• Undergraduate and JD transcripts (if not Cooley alumni)
• [For Self Directed program] Self Directed Outline + Faculty advisor

2. Generally, applications are processed within two weeks of submission. You will receive an email notification if information is missing from your application. Otherwise, you will receive an email notification of our final decision.

3. International Students: please apply through LSAC.org and submit your credentials for evaluation along with your TOEFL score. 

1. Fill out the Application for Admission to Graduate Programs (pdf) and attach:

• personal statement indicating why you wish to pursue this degree
• legal writing sample
• letter of recommendation
• Undergraduate and JD transcripts (if not Cooley alumni)
• [For Self Directed program] Self Directed Outline + Faculty advisor

2. Generally, applications are processed within two weeks of submission. You will receive an email notification if information is missing from your application. Otherwise, you will receive an email notification of our final decision.

3. International Students: please apply through LSAC.org and submit your credentials for evaluation along with your TOEFL score.