UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COLLEGE OF LAW
UK Law is a student-centered, supportive public law school that aspires to empower tomorrow’s leaders to rise towards their personal best and to pursue a meaningful impact on the law, the profession, and the world beyond. UK Law represents a tradition of excellence and a valuable legal education. We are a community of world-class faculty who produce a broad range of nationally and internationallyrecognized research. Our distinguished alumni and students serve their communities, the Commonwealth, and the nation with professionalism. At UK Law, we pride ourselves on providing a high quality, yet affordable, legal education that effectively prepares graduates for professional careers. This is what sets us apart and makes us UK Law.
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UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
College of Law Right now, you are joining thousands of law school-bound students across the world who are contemplating the next chapter of their lives. A legal education opens up many paths, including opportunities beyond the traditional practice of law. For this reason, I believe there is no better time to attend law school. But what makes this place – the University of Kentucky College of Law – different? A student-centered institution with world-class, accessible faculty and a location in the heart of the Bluegrass, UK Law is a very special place.
It’s all here, and it’s waiting for you.
MARY J. DAVIS Interim Dean and Ashland-Spears Distinguished Research Professor of Law
The College of Law, founded in 1908 from a law program initiated at Transylvania University in 1799, was one of the nation’s first state law schools. In 1913, the college established the nation’s first law school trial practice program, and its Kentucky Law Journal is the tenth-oldest student-run law review in the nation. UK Law has been approved by the American Bar Association since 1925 and was elected to Order of the Coif, the most prestigious national legal honorary society, in 1931. Proudly celebrating more than 100 years of service, UK Law is honored to have provided legal education to many of the nation’s outstanding lawyers, judges, political leaders and businesspeople.
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Worldclass, accessible faculty
Top 10 Best Value Law School in the nation
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Location: in the heart of the Bluegrass
Continuing Legal Education
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The faculty members at UK Law produce a broad range of nationally and internationally-recognized legal scholarship while being deeply engaged in their classroom teaching, listening closely to the needs and aspirations of law students, and helping them achieve their personal best. A small studentto-faculty ratio means students have many opportunities to develop personal relationships with their professors, which fosters a collaborative, supportive learning environment.
75+ FACULTY RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS, 2018-19
5 FACULTY MEMBERS HAVE RECEIVED UK'S GREAT TEACHER AWARD
3 FULL-TIME LEGAL WRITING PROFESSORS
5 FULL-TIME LEGAL RESEARCH PROFESSORS
Top 10 Best Value Law School in the nation
UK Law has consistently been recognized as a Top 10 Best Value Law School in the nation. Ranked by National Jurist magazine, this is the eleventh consecutive year that the state’s flagship land grant institution has been ranked in the “Top 20” and the seventh consecutive year in the top 10. This ranking reflects that UK Law continues to excel in some key areas, including employment (15th in the country in full-time, long-term, bar passage required JD jobs for the class of 2015), affordability (low tuition), and debt load of graduates.
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Student-centered institution Faculty and staff at UK Law are committed to empowering students to rise towards their personal best. Competitive but not cut-throat, UK Law offers 15 clinical and externship opportunities for real-world experience, a network for career development, student organizations for educational growth, social activities and community service (including advocacy teams and student-run law journals), an Academic Enhancement Program for support during the academic journey, the Law Library for access to primary legal materials and premiere legal databases, four dual degree programs, and the newest 6-Year BA + JD Program that allows students seeking a law degree to save time and money by graduating in six years instead of seven.
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I came to UK because I really felt like everyone here wanted the students to succeed. I loved how friendly the students were, how helpful the professors were, and how there were so many different student groups to join. UK Law has set up many different activities and resources to really help students succeed in law school, and in their careers afterward.� HANNAH GRIESE CLASS OF 2018
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CARLIN C. CONWAY CLASS OF 2019
Program Requirements The UK Law program is designed for completion in six successive semesters, or in five semesters with two eight-week summer sessions in an accelerated program. Full-time students must take a minimum of 10 hours, but most students typically take between 14-16 hours per semester. •
Six semesters of law study totaling at least 90 credit hours
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Specific courses in professional responsibility, skills and writing, and experiential learning
1L Law Students Curriculum FALL
Contracts I Torts Criminal Law Civil Procedure I Legal Research & Writing SPRING
Contracts II Property Constitutional Law I Civil Procedure II Legal Research & Writing
AUGUST – DECEMBER
3 credit hours 4 credit hours 3 credit hours 3 credit hours Enrolled
JANUARY – MAY
3 credit hours 4 credit hours 3 credit hours 3 credit hours 4 credit hours
2L & 3L Law Students Curriculum In addition to the three course requirements for 2L and 3L students, UK Law encourages students to explore courses within their specific areas of interest to gain experience and deepen their understanding of the complexities of the law. Faculty members are ready to assist you in deciding which courses to pursue within the following areas of focus: BUSINESS LAW COMMERCIAL LAW/ BANKRUPTCY CRIMINAL LAW ENVIRONMENTAL LAW ESTATE PLANNING FAMILY LAW HEALTH CARE LAW INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW INTERNATIONAL LAW LITIGATION REAL ESTATE LAW TAX LAW
See course descriptions at law.uky.edu/course-catalog.
Law Library The Library at UK Law owns the state’s most comprehensive print collection of primary legal materials, as well as the most important legal treatises and monographs. This deep collection is complemented by an expanding access to the premiere legal databases, such as Westlaw, Lexis Advance, Bloomberg Law, Checkpoint, IntelliConnect/Cheetah, Making of Modern Law, and HeinOnline. All students have access to electronic study aid collections from West, Lexis, and Wolters Kluwer. JD-degreed librarians are available to help you navigate the universe of legal resource and identify the resources that will best answer your needs. Students can use the desktop computers within the library, connect their personal laptops to the campus Wi-Fi network, or check out laptops for short term use.
Library Services CIRCULATION AND RESERVES REFERENCE SERVICES PRINTING, COPYING, AND SCANNING INTERNET ACCESS AND LIBRARY DESKTOP COMPUTERS LIBRARY LAPTOPS INTER LIBRARY LOAN
Academic Enhancement PROGRAM
UK Law’s Academic Enhancement Program is built to ensure that you have tools for success every step of the way. All students are introduced to legal reasoning/research as part of orientation and attend workshops throughout the fall semester on topics such as time management, reading and briefing cases, outlining, and exam prep. Secondyear and third-year law students must complete a professional responsibility course, a professional skills course, and a seminar with a writing requirement. There are also opportunities for skills assessment tests, bar preparation options, and individual coaching. From individual and group support to expert advice and helpful study resources – at UK Law, you are never alone in your academic journey.
Clinical and Externship OPPORTUNITIES
UK Law’s Legal Clinic, directed by Professor and former Kentucky Public Advocate Allison Connelly (UK Law ’83), opened across the street from the college in 1997. Under the Kentucky Supreme Court’s limited practice rule, and with the supervision of Professor Connelly, third-year law students represent clients before state agencies and in state court proceedings. Students also interview clients, draft legal documents, file pleadings, and conduct discovery. The Clinic offers an exceptional introduction to the realities of legal practice and client representation, whether choosing to pursue a career in public interest law or private practice. The Clinic is three hours of graded credit. Beyond the Clinic, UK Law offers 15 externship opportunities that allow students to work under the guidance of practicing attorneys for academic credit. Each externship requires 100 hours of work during the semester for two pass/fail credits. No student may receive both pay and academic credit for the same work. However, if a student works more than 100 hours in an externship, in some cases they may be paid for the amount of work over 100 hours. Most of these externships are offered every semester including the summer session, if the externship supervisor is available and there is sufficient enrollment.
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Career Development CHILD ADVOCACY TODAY CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADVOCACY FAYETTE COUNTY ATTORNEY EXTERNSHIP IMMIGRATION LAW EXTERNSHIP INNOCENCE PROJECT INSTITUTE FOR COMPASSION IN JUSTICE JUDICIAL EXTERNSHIP KENTUCKY ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT CABINET KENTUCKY REFUGEE MINISTRIES EXTERNSHIP LEXINGTON CITY GOVERNMENT PROSECUTORIAL EXTERNSHIP UK HEALTHCARE RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY PORTSMOUTH PADUCAH PROJECT OFFICE UK OFFICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL
With employment statistics consistently exceeding national averages, UK Law is honored to connect students with career opportunities. UK Law’s Office of Career Development is a dedicated, on-site resource for law students during their employment searches. Take advantage of helpful services such as one-onone career counseling, seminars, workshops, career speakers, on-campus interviews, job postings and assistance with navigating online resources. You will also have the unique opportunity to receive career and interview advice from former practicing attorneys and UK Law graduates. The most popular choices for UK Law graduates after graduation are usually a state or federal judicial clerkship or private practice. Other graduates typically enter careers in public interest, business, government, academia, or decide to pursue further education. Many UK Law graduates begin practice in Kentucky, however others opt to pursue careers out-of-state. The Office of Career Development, in partnership with the UK Law Alumni Association, helps connect students wishing to practice elsewhere with practicing alumni. For detailed information on employment statistics or the Office of Career Development, visit law.uky.edu/ careers.
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TO FIND YOURSELF A FEW NEW FRIENDS Most students are active in at least one of UK Law’s student organizations, which provide opportunities for educational growth, social activities and community service. With all the student organizations available, there is sure to be something for everyone – or take advantage of the opportunity to create your own! law.uky.edu/academics/student-organizations
1. AMERICAN CONSTITUTION SOCIETY 2. APPALACHIAN LAW CAUCUS 3. BLACK LAW STUDENTS ASSOCIATION 4. BUSINESS LAW SOCIETY 5. CHRISTIAN LEGAL SOCIETY 6. ELECTION LAW SOCIETY 7. ENVIRONMENTAL LAW SOCIETY 8. EQUINE LAW SOCIETY 9. FEDERALIST SOCIETY 10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW SOCIETY 11. HEALTH LAW SOCIETY 12. INTERNATIONAL LAW SOCIETY 13. KENTUCKY JOURNAL FOR EQUINE, AGRICULTURE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES LAW* 14. KENTUCKY LAW JOURNAL* 15. LATINO(A) LAW STUDENT ASSOCIATION 16. LAW STUDENT VETERANS ORGANIZATION 17. MOOT COURT BOARD* 18. MUSLIM LAW STUDENT ASSOCIATION 19. OUTLAW 20. PHI ALPHA DELTA 21. SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT LAW SOCIETY 22. STREET LAW PROGRAM 23. STUDENT BAR ASSOCIATION 24. STUDENT PUBLIC INTEREST LAW FOUNDATION 25. TAX LAW SOCIETY 26. TRIAL ADVOCACY BOARD* 27. WELLNESS CLUB 28. WOMEN’S LAW CAUCUS
*Students may participate in these competitive co-curricular programs to receive course credit.
Dual Degree PROGRAMS
UK Law offers four dual degree programs in conjunction with other graduate schools at the University of Kentucky. This unique opportunity enables students to complete a JD and earn a Master’s degree in just three to four years. To become a dual degree student at UK Law, you must apply to and be admitted by both the College of Law and the other graduate program separately. It is encouraged that you apply for admission at UK Law first, then your graduate program secondarily. You can apply for admission into your Master’s program until the corresponding application deadline during your first year in law school. All dual degree students follow one of two tracks: TRACK A
Year 1: First-year JD Year 2: First-year Master’s Degree Years 3 & 4: JD and Master’s-related coursework until completion TRACK B
Year 1: First-year Master’s Degree Year 2: First-year JD Years 3 & 4: Second-year and third-year JD, with Master’s related coursework as needed *Please note the JD/MBA does not typically require an extra year of study.
JD/MBA
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Business Administration
Public Administration
The JD/MBA dual degree program is designed to offer marketable skills in less time and with a smaller financial investment.
The JD/MPA dual degree program is designed to offer students the analytical and organizational tools to implement public policy to address complex social, economic, and political issues.
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www.gatton.uky.edu/programs/ mba/dual-degrees/jdmba
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www.martin.uky.edu/joint-programs
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Health Administration
Diplomacy and International Commerce
The JD/MHA dual degree program is designed to provide graduate level education to individuals who are capable of assuming senior leadership positions in a variety of health service organizations.
The JD/MA dual degree program is designed for those interested in a career in international law, public or private, in international business, or in government service in the international sector.
www.uky.edu/publichealth
www.uky.edu/pattersonschool
Lecture Series' The Heyburn Initiative The Heyburn Initiative, a national, nonpartisan federal judicial initiative, was announced in 2016 by President Eli Capilouto, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Dr. Martha K. Heyburn, in honor of the trailblazing U.S. Senior District Judge John G. Heyburn II. In partnership with the UK College of Law and UK Libraries, the initiative established a national lecture series on relevant judicial topics and is launching an archives and oral history program for Kentucky’s federal judges. PAST SPEAKERS
• U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil M. Gorsuch • U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr.
Ray Lecture Series The Ray Lecture Series is the pre-eminent lecture series at UK Law. Established in 1977, the Ray Lecture has featured outstanding jurists and public figures discussing legal topics of current interest for over 40 years. PAST SPEAKERS
• Former U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. • U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito • U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan • U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas • Former secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation William T. Coleman Jr. • U.S. Circuit Judge Ilana D. Rovner • U.S. Circuit Judge Harry T. Edwards
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The Black Law Students Association (BLSA) hosts “Law Student for a Day,” an initiative to increase diversity in law school and the profession.
Students participate in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, preparing tax returns for foreign and lowincome individuals.
OUTLaw hosts an annual drag show, a social event for the UK Law community that raises funds to support LGBTQ initiatives and resources.
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The Women’s Law Caucus hosts an annual luncheon in the spring to honor women for their outstanding dedication to women in the law.
UK offers various diversity programs such as Student Support Services, the Martin Luther King Center, the Office of LGBTQ Resources, and more.
The UK Law Diversity Committee hosts different events throughout the year such as panel discussions, guest speakers, potlucks, and more.
THE ULTIMATE
Wildcat Experience
Campus Life Over 60 events hosted by the Student Activities Board
Graduate Housing
Approximately 600 student organizations and clubs
Greg Page Stadium View
Students enrolled from all 120 counties in Kentucky, all 50 states and 119 countries around the world
LTS 625 South Limestone LTS 633 Maxwelton Court Roselle Hall Shawneetown University Flats
Sports 22 NCAA intercollegiate sports* 36 club sports and various intramural teams *UK Law students receive discounts
Arts & Culture Singletary Center The Art Museum Webb Museum of Anthropology International Center The Barnhart & Randall Galleries
Fitness State-of-the-art Johnson Athletic Center Arboretum with walking and jogging paths Alumni Gym Fitness Center
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In the heart of the Bluegrass
A Love for Lex Founded in 1775, 17 years before Kentucky became a state, Lexington offers an exploding culinary scene, exciting nightlife, charming art galleries, live music, city parks, coffee shops, festivals such as Roots & Heritage Festival and DiverCity Festival and more. Learn more about Lexington at www.visitlex.com.
Horse capital of the world Population: 321,951 Located within a day’s drive of 2/3 of the U.S. population One airport in town and two within a 90-minute drive Third Best City for High Salaries and Low Costs of Living GOBankingRates, 2018 Campus diner, Tolly Ho, has one of the Top 50 Burgers in America USA Today 100 Best Communities for Young People America’s Promise Alliance
Now in its 45th year of operation, UK Law’s Office of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) offers instructional services and legal practice publications to maintain the professional development of practicing lawyers, law school faculty, the judiciary, and law students.
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10 STEPS TO BECOMING
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Take the LSAT All applicants must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), which is given nine times per year at test centers throughout the country and overseas. Information on how to register for the LSAT is available on the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website (www.lsac.org). If you have multiple LSAT scores, the UK Law Admissions Committee will consider your highest score when making a decision. We believe the best time to take the LSAT for the first time is one-year prior to enrollment.
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Send us your stuff • Application and Application Fee • Personal Statement • Resume • Transcripts (undergraduate & graduate) • Two Letters of Recommendation • Law School Admission Test (LSAT) • LSAC Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (required for all applicants whose native language is not English)
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Check your application status After submitting your application, the UK Law Admissions Office will send you an application acknowledgement with information on how to logon to the online status checker.
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Apply for aid The Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available on October 1 at www.fafsa.gov. You must complete the FAFSA by March 15 for priority consideration for all federal financial aid.
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Search for scholarships Scholars deserve scholarships! UK Law awards various scholarships including Merit Scholarships (Bert Combs Scholarship and Ashland Inc. Legal Scholarship, chosen by an interview process) and UK Fellowships. To view a list of outside scholarships visit law.uky.edu/admissions/outside-scholarships.
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Schedule a visit Planning a campus visit is the best way to envision yourself as a UK Law student. Schedule online at law.uky.edu/admissions/class-visits-and-tours or by phone at 859-218-1699.
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Ask questions Questions? Ask away! Give our Admissions Office a call at 859-218-1699 or email us at uklawadmissions@uky.edu.
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Attend Admitted Student Visitation The Admitted Student Visitation Programs give you the opportunity to experience a mock first-year class, talk to faculty and current students in a relaxed setting, and learn all about what UK Law has to offer!
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10 Confirm your spot Confirm your decision to attend UK Law by paying your seat deposit. Then, get ready for a law school education like no other!
Admission Deadline & Application Track APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE
ADMISSION DECISIONS BEGIN ON A ROLLING BASIS
PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION
NOVEMBER
FEBRUARY 1
UK LAW APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETE FOR SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION
MARCH 1
FAFSA PRIORITY DEADLINE
LAST LSAT ACCEPTED BY UK LAW
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MARCH 15
DEADLINE TO APPLY
law.uky.edu/admissions/apply
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Want to learn more about UK Law? MEET A UK LAW REPRESENTATIVE
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law.uky.edu/admissions/apply COST OF ATTENDANCE
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STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The University of Kentucky is committed to a policy of providing educational opportunities to all academically qualified students regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability. The University of Kentucky College of Law is a member of the Association of American Law Schools and is approved by the American Bar Association. © The University of Kentucky All Rights Reserved
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