How to Apply
Juris Doctor (J.D.) Program
Applications to the Juris Doctor program at Albany Law have varying requirements for the standard Juris Doctor program, Accelerated Juris Doctor program, and for transfer students. For instructions on requirements, deadlines, and supporting documents visit the application page specific to your program stream. You may also view the general program requirements.
List of US Law Schools who accept the GRE scores (in place of LSAT) for their JD Programs.
- Three Year
- Flex - Three Years and 3 months
- Accelerated - Two Years
- Four Year
- Transfer
- International LLMs (Residential and Online)
Online Graduate Program
Each of Albany Law’s online graduate programs offer a Master of Science (M.S.), Master of Laws (LL.M.), and Advanced Certificate. Interested applicants can find specific application requirements here. For more information about these programs see below:
- Cybersecurity and Data Privacy (M.S., LL.M., Advanced Certificate)
- Financial Compliance and Risk Management (M.S., LL.M., Advanced Certificate)
- Government Affairs and Advocacy (M.S., LL.M., Advanced Certificate)
- Health Law and Healthcare Compliance (M.S., LL.M., Advanced Certificate)
- Human Resources: Law, Leadership, and Policy (M.S., LL.M., Advanced Certificate)
Residential Graduate Program
Residential graduate programs are offered at the LL.M. level. Find specific application requirements for residential graduate programs here. For more information about our programs please visit the following program pages:
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) for International Lawyers
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Advanced Legal Studies
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Law
Special Programs
Albany Law partners with multiple organizations for our Combined Degree Programs, each of which are six years. Dual Degree programs allow students to complete two degrees over four years, with the first year being at Albany Law. Requirements for both programs vary based on individual partnership agreements. Review specific requirements and explore partner institutions below:
Notice Regarding Spring 2026 JD Program Start
Albany Law School has conducted a review of its academic calendar and enrollment planning for the upcoming year. As a result of this evaluation, the Law School will not offer a Spring 2026 start for incoming J.D. students.
While the Spring 2026 program start will not be available, we welcome and encourage applicants to consider joining the Fall 2026 entering class.
Students interested in an accelerated path to the J.D. degree may still pursue our Two-Year Accelerated Juris Doctor Program, which remains available beginning in Fall 2026.
There are two formats available:
- Two-Year Option. Fall 2026 – Summer 2028. Students who are admitted to the two-year accelerated Juris Doctor would be enrolled in classes during the following semesters: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Summer 2027, Fall 2027, Spring 2028, and Summer 2028. Students who elect this option would not be eligible to take the bar exam in July 2028. Students would prepare to sit for the February 2029 Bar Exam.
- Two and ½ Year Option. Fall 2026 – Fall 2028. Students who are admitted to the two-year accelerated Juris Doctor would be enrolled in classes during the following semesters: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Summer 2027, Fall 2027, Spring 2028, and Fall 2028. Students who elect this option would seek employment during Summer 2028 and would sit for the February 2029 Bar Exam.
Albany Law School’s Admissions team is available to answer questions and provide guidance for anyone navigating this transition or exploring the best enrollment option. We encourage prospective students to contact the Office of Admissions to discuss programs, timelines, or next steps.
We appreciate your interest in Albany Law School and your commitment to planning a meaningful pathway to legal education. We look forward to supporting you as you consider joining our community. Email us at admissions@albanylaw.edu.