Law 3+3 Program

While a very rigorous path, you can save one year of tuition and one year of time compared to the traditional path to becoming a lawyer. The value of a Cincinnati Law degree cannot be overstated. Our top 50 public law school is also ranked as having one of the best value law programs. 

To apply to the University of Cincinnati College of Law for the 3+3 Law Program, you must be in your junior year at the University of Cincinnati, majoring in one of these programs in the College of Arts and Sciences:

• Africana Studies
• Biological Chemistry-BA
• Chemistry-BS
• Classics
• Communication
• English
• Environmental Studies
• History
• International Affairs
• Judaic Studies
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Psychology-BA
• Sociology

NOTE: Application to the 3+3 program begins with a meeting with your A&S major advisor, preferably during your freshman year. Your major requirements and the A&S Core must be completed before beginning Law School, so careful and early advising is necessary.

If you are in your junior year at the University of Cincinnati, majoring in one of the above programs, meet with your A&S major advisor. Together you'll determine if you're ready to apply for admission to the 3+3 Law Program by:

1. Assuring that the College of Arts & Sciences major and core requirements are complete and A&S can certify that you are eligible for the program. Work with your A&S advisor on the details for eligibility.
2. Connecting with a Pre-law advisor in the Pre-Professional Advising Center (PPAC) to learn about the specifics of applying to law school, including assessing your academics and experience, and taking the Law School Admission Test( LSAT). Attend a Pre-Law Introduction Workshop and then begin 1-on-1 PPAC/pre-law advising.
3. Taking the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). It is advised to take the LSAT in the summer between your sophomore and junior year (June or August).
4. Applying to the College of Law. You should apply in the fall semester of your junior year. Applying early is highly recommended.

NOTE: The 3+3 Law Program is not a guaranteed admission program; 3+3 Law candidates are considered alongside UC College of Law's regular pool of applicants.

In your fourth year of study as a 3+3 Law student, you will be considered a full-time law student. You will then pay UC College of Law tuition, not undergraduate tuition.

If you were awarded a renewable undergraduate scholarship, such as Cincinnatus, you may be able to apply some of that scholarship toward your College of Law tuition. Check to see if you are also eligible for scholarships and financial aid from the College of Law.

You have 3 steps for the 3+3 Law Program:

1. APPLY for undergraduate admission to one of the participating College of Arts & Sciences undergraduate programs listed above.
   Once enrolled at UC College of Arts & Sciences:
2. Notify your A&S major advisor during Orientation that you are interested in the 3+3 Program. Then arrange a second advising appointment early in your fall semester so you and your A&S advisor can verify your timeline to complete A&S core and major requirements in 3 years.
3. Connecting with a Pre-law advisor in the Pre-Professional Advising Center (PPAC) to learn about the specifics of applying to law school, including assessing your academics and experience, and taking the Law School Admission Test( LSAT). Attend a Pre-Law Introduction Workshop and then begin 1-on-1 PPAC/pre-law advising.

Don't miss this opportunity to get a bachelor's degree and a law degree in just 6 years!