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Fast-track your legal career

Law early admission programs, or LEAP, offer a unique opportunity for high school students to jumpstart their legal careers. Through partnerships with regional schools, these programs provide a streamlined path to a Washburn Law Juris Doctor degree. Students can save time and money while gaining invaluable experiences and mentorship. These accelerated tracks allow you to begin law school during your senior year of college, blending undergraduate and law school coursework for an efficient, supportive journey toward your legal career.

Advantages of LEAP

Opting for an early admission program at Washburn Law means more than just an accelerated education. Here are some of the standout benefits:

  • Time efficiency: Complete your undergraduate and law degrees in six years instead of the usual seven or more.
  • Cost savings: Reduce the total cost of education by combining undergraduate and first-year law school credits.
  • Early career start: Enter the job market sooner, giving you a head start in your legal career.
  • Mentorship: Develop strong relationships with Washburn Law faculty, alumni, and legal professionals who will guide you through your academic and professional journey.
  • Integrated learning: Participate in activities and courses that build critical thinking, legal analysis, and technical writing skills essential for success in law school and beyond.

LEAP at Washburn University

Washburn University’s Law Early Admissions Program (LEAP) is designed for talented students who are committed to pursuing a career in law. The LEAP program allows you to complete your Bachelor’s and J.D. degrees in a total of six years. Students in this program spend three years on undergraduate coursework and then start their first year at Washburn Law, with these credits counting towards both degrees.

Key Features:

  • Tuition benefits: Enjoy your first year at Washburn Law tuition-free and receive at least $5,000 in scholarships for the remaining two years.
  • Flexible majors: LEAP is available to students in a wide range of majors, from Business to Sociology to Modern Languages.
  • Seamless transition: If you decide law school isn’t for you, you can easily exit the program and complete your Bachelor’s degree.
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Additional Partner Institutions

Baker University’s 3+3 LEAP program reduces education costs and accelerates your path to a legal career. Students identified early by Baker’s pre-law advisor will benefit from Washburn Law’s faculty mentorship and specialized activities.

  • LEAP advantages: Early job market entry, reduced education costs, mentorship from Washburn Law faculty.
  • Program highlights: Skill development in legal analysis, technical writing, and oral communication.

Discover more about the Baker University LEAP 3+3.

Emporia State’s 3+3 LEAP program with Washburn Law offers a swift, cost-effective route to a legal career. Students can complete both their Bachelor’s and JD degrees in six years, benefiting from specialized courses and mentoring opportunities.
  • Program highlights: Skill development in critical thinking, persuasive writing, and legal processes, professional network building.
  • Financial support: Minimum $5,000 per year scholarship during law school.
Explore more about Emporia State LEAP.

The FHSU/Washburn Law LEAP partnership allows students to start law school during their senior year of college, offering both a 3+3 and a 3½+3 track. This program is ideal for incoming freshmen and transfer students, providing a structured path to a legal career.
  • Admission requirements: 3.5 GPA, ACT score of 28, successful LEAP application.
  • Program highlights: Mentoring relationships, skill-building activities, early law school entry.
Learn more about Fort Hays State LEAP.

Pitt State’s 3+3 Partnership Program with Washburn Law allows highly qualified students to complete their undergraduate degree in three years and begin law school early. This program is perfect for motivated students aiming for a cost-effective, fast-track to a legal career.
  • Financial benefits: Save a year’s worth of tuition, guaranteed minimum $5,000 per year scholarship at Washburn Law.
  • Program highlights: Early law school entry, professional mentoring, practical legal skills development.
Find out more about Pitt State LEAP.