OSU Bachelor's + Law School

Complete OSU bachelor's degree then attend law school. 

 

Steps:

• Earn a bachelor's degree from OSU.
• Apply to an accredited law school one year prior to your anticipated start date.
• If accepted, begin your J.D. professional program.

OSU's 3+3 Transfer Back Program

Complete your bachelor's and J.D. in 6 years as opposed to 7. 

 

Steps:

• Complete 3 years of study at OSU in an approved 3+3 transfer back bachelor’s program.
• Apply to law school during your junior year at OSU. 
• If accepted, you will leave OSU one year early to attend your accredited law program. 

After Your First Year of Law School

• Submit your official law school transcript to OSU and apply for undergraduate graduation from OSU.  

OSU Bachelor's + Gap Year + Law School

Taking additional time can be to your advantage as a law school applicant.

 

Steps:

• Earn a bachelor’s degree from OSU.
• If you feel you need more holistic development (academic or non-academic) to be ready to professionally apply, consider taking a “gap/enhancement year” to help you further develop. 
• Unsure of what to do during a gap year? Visit the Pre-Professional Health and Law Support Services office to discuss your options. 
• When holistically ready, apply to an accredited legal program. If accepted, begin law school.