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- J.S.D. Admissions
In Columbia Law’s J.S.D. program—our most advanced law...
- Ll.M. Admissions
Attend an Admissions Event! Columbia Law School strives to...
- Application Process
For regular admission: applications for the fall 2024...
- FAQ
The application for students entering in fall 2024 opens on...
- Entering Class Profile
J.D. 2023 Entering Class Profile. Columbia Law School...
- Regular Admission
Regular Admission Applications for the fall 2024 class will...
- J.S.D. Admissions
2023-2024 Admissions Calendar. J.D. Tuition and Financial Aid. Application Information Update. Admissions Philosophy, Eligibility, and Standards. Whether your interest lies in international or corporate law, public interest or government, gender and sexuality law, or another area of study, a Columbia Law School education will support your goals ...
For regular admission: applications for the fall 2024 entering class will open on September 1, 2023, with a deadline of February 15, 2024 for regular decision applicants. Learn more about the application process and see important deadlines via the above links.
- Application Components
- 2023–2024 Admissions Dates
- Interviews
You may prepare your application for the fall 2024 entering class by reviewing a Preview Application (PDF). The application fee is $85. In addition to the application form, you will need to submit all or some of the following components. Please review our application instructions and our Frequently Asked Questionsto determine what you are required ...
Fall 2023
1. September 1: J.D. applications open 2. October 1: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms available to submit to the government
Spring 2024
1. January: Last LSAT administration date that meets Columbia Law School’s regular admission deadline 2. February 1: Last GRE administration date that meets Columbia Law School's regular admission deadline 3. February 15: Financial aid application deadline 4. February 15: Regular Decision Plan deadline
Summer 2024
1. May 1: Enrollment deposit deadline 2. May 1: Prioritized housing application deadline 3. June 1: Deferral request deadline
You may be contacted for an interview during the admissions process via video conference. The interview program allows applicants to learn more about the Law School and provides the Admissions Committee with greater detail about applicants’ interests and motivations. Please note that we are unable to consider requests for interviews.
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Sep 8, 2023 · J.D. 2023 Entering Class Profile. Columbia Law School students come from all backgrounds and walks of life. Explore facts and stats about our latest J.D. class. (Data as of September 8, 2023, and subject to change upon ABA certification process.) Applications and Enrollment (J.D. 2023 Entering Class as of September 8, 2023)
The application for students entering in fall 2024 opens on May 1, 2024, and the application deadline is July 15. Current law students who wish to take upperclass courses at Columbia, but do not plan to matriculate for the Columbia Law School degree, should apply for visiting status.
Attend an Admissions Event! Columbia Law School strives to admit individuals to the LL.M. Program who are committed to academic and professional excellence and who, through their prior experience, recommendations, and academic history, demonstrate the qualities and skills necessary for rigorous intellectual engagement.