Seattle University School of Law
Through UAF’s 3+3 partnership with Seattle University School of Law, you can launch your legal career faster by completing your bachelor’s and law degree in just six years—combining academic rigor with hands-on training in the heart of Seattle.
Seattle University School of Law is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic
excellence, diversity, and social justice, offering ³ÉÈËӰƬ an education grounded
in practical skills and ethical leadership. Located in Seattle, a thriving hub for
law, business, and public service, Seattle U Law provides access to a wide range of
legal specialties, externships, and networking opportunities in one of the nation’s
most vibrant professional markets. Students benefit from small class sizes, a supportive
faculty, and strong connections to the Pacific Northwest legal community.
The UAF / Seattle U Law 3+3 Program creates an accelerated pathway for UAF ³ÉÈËӰƬ to earn both their undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor (J.D.) in six years—three years at UAF followed by three years at Seattle U Law. First-year law school credits apply toward the completion of the undergraduate degree, reducing both time and tuition. Students in the program receive priority consideration for admission to Seattle U Law, streamlining the route from classroom to courtroom.
To participate, ³ÉÈËӰƬ must complete at least 90 undergraduate semester hours by the end of their third year at UAF, meet academic requirements, and apply to Seattle U Law during their junior year. Applicants who meet or exceed Seattle U Law’s GPA and LSAT (or GRE) medians receive priority consideration for admission. Once admitted, ³ÉÈËӰƬ transition to law school tuition and financial aid structures. The program provides an efficient, cost-effective, and immersive legal education experience—ideal for those eager to make an impact in the legal profession.
Program Eligibility Requirements
- Successful completion of at least 90 undergraduate semester hours, including all UAF general education requirements.
- While no specific major is required, ³ÉÈËӰƬ must declare a major and complete at least 18 semester hours toward that major (with a grade of C or better), including at least 6 semester hours at the 300–400 level.
- Completion of all required program courses.
- Written approval from the UAF Registrar’s Office confirming that all UAF graduation requirements for early entry will be met prior to enrolling in Seattle U Law.
- Application to Seattle University School of Law no later than February 1 of the student’s third year at UAF.
- Meeting Seattle U Law’s priority consideration criteria: GPA and LSAT (or GRE) scores at or above the previous year’s medians, along with character and fitness qualifications.
- Acceptance through Seattle University School of Law’s standard admissions process.
To learn more about these partnerships, please contact one of our Pre-Law Advisors, Carol J. Gray (Political Science), at cjgray5@alaska.edu or Jeff May (Justice) at jdmay@alaska.edu.