Admissions
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We are unique. No other law school in the United States exists at the epicenter of law firms; local, state, and federal courts; tech and biotech companies; and social justice-oriented non-profits — all in the heart of a progressive, global metropolis. Our students leave prepared to transform themselves and the world, without losing sight of real issues affecting real people living real lives.
We are proud to have one of the most extensive and innovative experiential learning and judicial externship programs in the country. Our graduates possess an array of skills that are critical for practice, which most lawyers don’t develop until completing several years on the job.
Our prestigious faculty are eminent scholars and professional leaders from a wide range of disciplines. They embody our school’s ethos by turning knowledge into action, and helping students do the same.
From international human rights attorneys, to litigators, to patent prosecutors, and beyond, our accomplished alumni practice in all fifty states and in global hotspots including Shanghai, Seoul, Dubai, and London. We invite you to explore what makes UC Law SF one of the top law schools in the nation.
J.D. Admissions
Our J.D. program lays the foundation for students to gain a deep understanding of the law. We link theory to practice using innovative pedagogies, while emphasizing the need for creativity and adaptability in a rapidly changing legal services market. Learn more about how to apply here.
Concentrations
JD students are able to focus their studies in one of 12 concentration areas.
Concentrations
Experiential Learning
UC Law SF has a broad range of experiential learning opportunities so students can gain hands-on experience.
Experiential Learning
Career Development Office
Our Career Development Office has an expert team of advisors who will guide you on every aspect of the job search process.
Career Development Office
Student Life
From volunteer opportunities to affinity groups, our students have many opportunities for a vibrant and engaging campus life.
Student Life
Moot Court
UC Law SF has one of the most successful and well-respected Moot Court programs in the United States.
Moot Court
Journals
The Journals at UC Law SF publish scholarly articles, essays, and student Notes on a broad range of legal topics.
Journals
Legal Education Opportunity Program
UC Law SF created the Legal Education Opportunity Program (LEOP) in 1969 to make an outstanding legal education accessible to those who have overcome educational, economic, social, or physical adversity.
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First Generation Program
The mission of the UC Law SF First Generation Program is to address, bolster, and celebrate the first generation experience through community building and programming.
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California Scholars Program
The California Scholars Program supports a pipeline to enroll and financially support students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the American University in Armenia. The Program offers full tuition scholarships and $20,000 in living expenses, per year, for all three years at UC Law SF.
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Dilani Logan ’25
“UC Law SF made a lot of sense because of it being in San Francisco, its connections to the business world, and being in the heart of where tech and innovation are.”
Nicholas Keenan ’23
“Attending UC Law SF has been the experience of a lifetime. Between the experiences of my classmates and the education provided by world class professors, I have learned so much more than I ever anticipated learning in law school.”
Rosamaria Cavalho ’22
“UC Law SF is a place where you are constantly surrounded by so many amazing and talented students and professors. There are endless opportunities to explore professional or educational interests while also contributing to the broader community.”
Graduate Admissions
Take your professional career to the next level with one of our graduate programs. We offer four programs: Master of Laws (LL.M), Master of Legal Studies (MLS), Certificate of Legal Studies (CLS), and UCSF | UC Law Master of Science, Health Policy & Law (HPL).
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