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Location

116th St & Broadway
New York, NY 10027
United States of America

Contacts

Website: http://www.law.columbia.edu/jd_applicants
Phone: 212-854-2674
Admissions e-mail: admissions@ law.columbia.edu

Program Information

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • 3 years
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• Joint programs are available:
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Admission statistics

Entering Class of 2016

• Total number of applicants: 5,877
• Total number of students enrolled: 391
  • Women: 46%
  • International: 13%
  • Students of Color: 39%
  • Median LSAT: 172
  • Average LSAT: 170
  • Median UGPA: 3.70
  • Average UGPA: 3.68

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Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Required Courses
  • None in particular

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GPA

• Minimum GPA: none
• Median GPA of Entering class 2016: 3.70
• Average GPA of Entering class 2016: 3.68

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LSAT

• Minimum score: none
• Median score of Entering class 2016: 172
• Average score of Entering class 2016: 170
• If LSAT was taken more than once, all LSAT scores will be considered
• The LSAT must be taken before December 2017 to qualify for this application cycle. Scores older than five years will not be accepted.

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Supporting Documents

• Application Form through LSAC
• Resume
• Personal Statement
• Official transcripts from universities attended
• Letters of Reference (2)
  • Both should be academic letters if currently enrolled in an academic institution
• LSAT Score
• Optional Supplemental Statements
• Dean's Letter, if applicable
• USD$ 85 non-refundable Application Fee

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Interview

• Some candidates are selected for an interview, however it is not required for the admissions process
• Skype interview

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Timeline 2018-2019

• September 1, 2018: Applicants may begin to submit applications to the J.D. program
• September 8, 2018: Last LSAT administration date that meets the Early Decision Plan deadline.
• November 15, 2018: Early Decision Plan application deadline
• January 1, 2018: Free application for federal student aid (FAFSA) may be submitted
• January 26th, 2019: Last LSAT administration date that meets Regular Admission deadline
• February 15, 2018: Regular Admission application deadline
• February 15, 2019: Financial Aid Application deadline
• September, 2018: Classes begin

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Tuition 2017-2018

• First year tuition: USD$ 65,252
• Total first year budget (including tuition and housing and living expenses): USD$ 93,740

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