A Year-Round Education

Thomas Cooley has a 12-month academic year consisting of three 15-week terms. At Cooley, these terms are commonly referred to as the Michaelmas, Hilary, and Trinity terms derived for the terms of the English Courts of Common Laws. Each 15-week term meets the American Bar Association's definition of a full semester.

Students have the option of beginning their enrollment in January, May, or September of each year and can choose to take classes during the week or on the weekends. Our program is ideal for students who need to or want to work while attending law school.

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Individuals interested in applying to Cooley must take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). This test is administered by the Law School Admission Council and is offered four times a year. Please visit www.lsac.org for specific information.

To apply online, please read Character, Fitness, and Disclosure.

Application Procedure

The Admissions Formula

Character, Fitness, and Disclosure

Applying Without a Bachelor’s Degree

Honors Scholarship Program

Admission for Lawyers, and Guest & Transfer Students

LL.M. Program and Application

Weekend Classes

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Contact Admissions

Tours