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Law School Admissions

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JD Program

Graduate Law Programs

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Take the next step toward your educational and professional success at Golden Gate University School of Law. GGU Law is an award-winning, ABA-accredited law school with a prime location in the heart of San Francisco. We offer an innovative and personalized learning experience that produces a diverse group of graduates with the skill, judgment, and knowledge to become exceptional lawyers for today’s truly global market.

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JD Program Admission Requirements

For more than a century, GGU Law’s interdisciplinary focus on legal education has emphasized experiential learning, an approach that produces creative, socially responsible practitioners. The Admissions Committee reviews applications to the law school holistically, considering all information provided by each applicant.

MLS Program

GGU’s Master of Law Studies provides graduates with a deep grasp of essential topics, major concepts, and core theories of law and legal studies and prepares graduates for law-related careers that do not require a law license.

Download: MLS Fact Sheet
Connect: Speak with an Enrollment Advisor
Apply: Get Started on Your Application

Note: The above links apply only to the MLS program.

LLM and SJD Programs Admission Requirements

Earning your graduate law degree is an invaluable investment in your education. Whether you are seeking an edge in the job market, are an experienced practitioner looking to increase your specialization, or are an international student wanting to learn about US law, GGU Law can help you achieve your goals.

All applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible during the admission cycle. To receive consideration by the Admissions Committee, applicants must submit their applications by the posted deadline. Applications may be accepted after the posted deadline and are reviewed on a space-available basis.

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Download LLM and J-1 Programs (Non-Tax) Application
Download SJD Application
View LLM and SJD Programs Fact Sheet

International Applicants

GGU Law welcomes applications to its JD, LLM and SJD Programs from students across the globe.

Golden Gate University School of Law is an award-winning, ABA-accredited law school with a prime location in the heart of San Francisco. GGU Law offers an innovative and personalized learning experience that produces a diverse group of graduates with the skill, judgment, and knowledge to become exceptional lawyers for today’s truly global market.

GGU Law invites qualified applicants from around the globe to expand and enhance their education.

Re-Application to the School of Law

Applicants not admitted to the JD Program in a particular year are invited to re-apply for a subsequent term. When re-applying, applicants should submit updated materials including the online application form, application fee, new personal statement, updated resume and complete LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report.