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WashU Law Admissions

Creative legal minds take shape here.

At WashU Law, you’ll experience exceptional legal education in a supportive, intellectually curious community with powerful networks that launch outstanding careers. Our law school admissions team is here to guide you toward your next chapter.

Attend a WashU Law Event

  • FEB18

    Funding Law School

    February 18 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

  • FEB25

    Current Student AMA

    February 25 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

  • MAR4

    Clerkships with the Career Center

    March 4 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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Programs

Degrees available at WashU Law.

Juris Doctorate (JD) Program


Prepare for a career as an attorney with exceptional legal training that combines strong foundations with emerging fields.

LLM, MLS, JSD Programs


Advance your legal career with specialized expertise through our LLM, MLS, and JSD programs designed for international and U.S.-trained graduates.

Online Programs


Access our distinctive legal education anywhere through flexible LLM and MLS programs designed for working professionals.

Life at WashU Law

What does a day at WashU Law look like?

Application Process

We look beyond the numbers.

Our personalized review process considers your academic achievements, professional experience, and unique perspective. All interviews are conducted by our dedicated Admissions team via Zoom, and we schedule campus visits year-round. We seek applicants who will contribute to our collaborative community and develop into creative legal professionals.

Submit your WashU Law application without an application fee.

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Visit Us In St. Louis

Experience a creative legal community.

WashU Law is nestled on WashU’s Danforth campus, on the edge of Forest Park. We’re positioned at the heart of America, where perspectives converge and legal opportunities span multiple jurisdictions.

Your visit may include:
  • A tour of the law school building (with a self-guided campus tour option)
  • One-on-one meetings with dedicated Admissions Officers and Career Center staff
  • Opportunities to observe our engaging courses (when available)
  • Conversations with students and faculty who embody our innovative community
Financial Support

We believe in rewarding excellence.

We provide financial support through merit and need-based scholarships to make legal education accessible and affordable.

Student walking through WashU Law campus

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