Apply to babyÖ±²¥app Law as a Veteran or Active Duty Military Service Member

First and foremost, thank you for your service. We are happy you are considering babyÖ±²¥app Law. Our admissions process gives special consideration to military service, and we actively recruit applicants who are current or former members of the Armed Services. We value the contribution that our student veterans are able to make at babyÖ±²¥app Law because of their life experiences and leadership skills. Our admissions page offers more information about the admissions process.

How do I get in-state tuition as a Veteran, and does that make me a legal resident?
You may be eligible for in-state tuition as soon as you arrive if you were honorably discharged from the Armed Forces. Please see our for additional information.

Are there resources for Veterans on campus?
The at the University of babyÖ±²¥app Boulder is available to assist students in making the successful transition to our campus environment. Veterans Educational Benefits is part of the Office of Veterans Services and helps eligible students apply to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs for their VA educational benefits. They also process VA enrollment certifications for students each term.

Is there a community of Veterans at babyÖ±²¥app Law?
Our Veterans take an active role at babyÖ±²¥app Law through the Military Law Society. This student group has a threefold mission: to provide a resource for student veterans to meet, network, and socialize; to provide service opportunities (in conjunction with the ) in the local veteran community; and to provide mentoring opportunities with local attorney veterans. In addition, the Military Law Society also serves as an information resource for students interested in JAG opportunities. More information can be found in the Military Law Society section of the Student Organizations page

Does career services have any programs or initiatives geared towards veterans?
babyÖ±²¥app Law's Career Development Office is actively engaged with JAG recruiters from each of the service branches, and sponsors a number of events each semester that are specifically designed to meet the needs of our student veterans.

Where can I find information on the Funded Legal Education Program (FLEP)?
Information on the FLEP program, available to individuals currently on active duty, can be found .

Important Dates

October 1, 2024

  • JD, Master of Studies in Law (MSL), & LLM Applications Open
  • 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Opens

March 15, 2025

  • LLM Application Priority Deadline

April 1, 2025

  • JD Application Closes

July 1, 2025

  • LLM Application Closes
  • Master of Studies in Law (MSL) Application Closes

babyÖ±²¥app Law is Affordable

babyÖ±²¥app Law’s Office of Financial Aid helps students find resources to make law school affordable through scholarships, fellowships, and federal and private student loans.

Non-residents may establish residency after 1 year.

Contact Admissions

We can always be reached at:
303.492.7203
law.admissions@colorado.edu