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Influence the world
Start law school in January, May or September.
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social justice
Be part of the WMU-Cooley Innocence Project award-winning team. Once in a lifetime training for law students.
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READY TO PRACTICE
All graduates gain practice experience before graduating.
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advanced methods
A leader in modern legal education.
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BECOME AN EXPERT
WMU-Cooley's LL.M. Programs for lawyers give you the opportunity to focus your legal expertise and propel your career.
FACULTY
WMU-Cooley law professors base their teaching on vast experience as practicing lawyers. They bring a real and tangible perspective to the classroom, making learning robust and relevant.
FIVE LOCATIONS
ABOUT
Unlike any other law school in America, WMU-Cooley enables you to choose the perfect setting for your law school experience and your lifestyle, where students embrace a culture of professionalism and ethics.
Read about WMU-Cooley's award-winning Professionalism Program.
GRAND RAPIDS
The Grand Rapids campus is located in the dynamic, urban Heartside District with its culture, arts, restaurants, and clubs; and access to Grand Rapids legal and business communities.
Learn more about the Grand Rapids location
LANSING
The Lansing campus allows you to work and study in the heart of Michigan's capital city, with great neighborhoods, affordable housing, reasonable cost of living, and a diverse population.
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TAMPA BAY
The Tampa Bay campus is minutes from downtown Tampa, major law firms, courthouses, and Fortune 500 companies; all known for its worldwide beautiful landscape, myriad attractions, and thriving arts and entertainment scene.
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KALAMAZOO
Study the law and take advantage of the amenities offered at the home of Western Michigan University; a national research university enrolling nearly 24,000 students from across the United States and 100 other countries.
Learn more about the Kalamazoo location
AUBURN HILLS
The Auburn Hills campus sits on 67 serene wooded acres, yet in the heart of Oakland County near major business and Fortune 500 company headquarters.
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DIVERSE STUDENT BODY
The diversity of our student body creates a dynamic learning environment that enriches the educational experience and promotes careers of our graduates.
47%STUDENTS
OF COLOR
OF COLOR
Students come from across the nation and around the world.
19-70AGE RANGE
OF STUDENTS
OF STUDENTS
Learn in a welcoming, supportive and rich community environment.
42/58MALE TO FEMALE
All perspectives in the classroom enrich the educational experience.
#1MULTI-RACIAL
ENROLLMENT
ENROLLMENT
WMU-Cooley is #1 in multi-racial enrollment and degrees awarded.
WHAT'S NEW
Distractions and LSAT Test Prep
September 14
Amy Dickinson is a syndicated advice columnist. In a recent installment of “Ask Amy” she responded to a letter from “Chatty-Sister.” Sis complained that her brother, who was living at home while preparing for the LSAT, demands absolute silence in the house when he takes practice tests.
New Students Welcomed During Lansing Orientation
September 09
New students were welcomed to the Lansing campus of the WMU-Cooley Law School this month.
CONTACT
WMU-Cooley Law School
300 South Capitol Avenue
Lansing, Michigan 48933
(517) 371-5140
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