CUA Law Blends Intellectual and Practical TrainingThe CUA Law J.D. curriculum combines a strong theoretical foundation with sophisticated practical training. Students learn legal doctrine in intellectually challenging classes. They acquire real-world skills though clinical and experiential programs.
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Core Curriculum
First-year courses focus on analytic skills and understanding key substantive areas of law. Upper-division requirements include professional responsibility and writing.
Practice Areas
Upper-level students who want to specialize in a particular area of the law can pursue either a practice area concentration or one of our intensive certificate programs.
Practical Training
Through clinics, externships, outreach programs, and transition-to-practice capstone courses, the CUA Law experience prepares students to graduate with practice-ready skills.