J.D. Admissions University of Alaska Fairbanks & University of Washington School of Law 3+3 Program

Overview

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) and the University of Washington School of Law (UW Law) have partnered to create a 3+3 Program, allowing students to complete their baccalaureate degree and Juris Doctor in six years (three at UAF and three at UW Law) rather than in the usual seven years.  This accelerated pathway provides qualified UAF students with priority consideration for admission to UW Law, helping them fast-track their legal education.

Program Benefits

• Complete undergraduate and law degrees in six years instead of seven.
• Save time and tuition costs by counting first-year law school credits toward a bachelor’s degree.
• Benefit from a structured and supportive pre-law pathway at UAF.
• Receive priority admission consideration at UW Law.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the 3+3 Program, UAF students must:

• Complete at least 90 undergraduate semester hours, including all general education requirements by the end of their third year (six semesters).
• Choose a major and complete at least 18 semester hours within that major (including 6 at the 300-400 level) with a grade of C or better.
• Obtain written approval from UAF verifying that they meet graduation requirements for early entry into law school.
• Apply and be accepted to UW Law through its standard admissions process.

Admission Consideration at the University of Washington School of Law

• Students should apply for rolling admission during their third year at UAF, with materials submitted no later than March 15.
• Priority consideration is given to applicants who meet or exceed the previous year’s median LSAT score and undergraduate GPA of the entering law class.
• All applicants are subject to a holistic admissions review, including character and fitness considerations. UW Law reserves the right to deny admission to applicants who otherwise meet or exceed the GPA and LSAT medians if, in its sole discretion, the applicant is not otherwise prepared or eligible for admission.
• If not admitted, students must have a plan to complete their undergraduate degree at UAF.

Tuition & Financial Aid

• Students will pay UAF tuition and fees for the first three years and remain eligible for undergraduate financial aid.
• Upon matriculation at the University of Washington School of Law, students will pay law school tuition and fees and receive law school financial aid. Aid from both institutions cannot be combined.