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More J.D. Schedule Options

Cooley’s Tampa campus offers several schedule options, so you can juggle your busy life and school at the same time. Choose from full-time and part-time programs that help make your dream of going to law school possible. 

With any of the available schedule options, your Cooley experience will be characterized by a rigorous, real-world focus as you obtain your J.D. degree.

Evening Law School Classes in Tampa

Our part-time evening program is designed for students balancing work or family commitments while pursuing a law degree.

Begin your studies in January and complete your degree in just three and a half years, with an average course load of nine credits per semester. Evening classes are offered Monday through Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

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Daytime Law School Classes in Tampa and Lansing

Our full-time daytime program offers classes Monday through Friday at both campuses. Students begin in September and can choose the schedule that best fits their goals. The traditional schedule allows students to complete their degree in just under three years. You can also choose a two-year accelerated path or take up to four years to earn your degree through traditional or part-time schedules, whichever fits your goals best.

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Tampa Campus

Nestled in the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Tampa offers a dynamic urban setting with blue skies, waterfront views, and award-winning cuisine. In this warm and inspiring environment, you'll study with expert faculty who are invested in your success, preparing you for a meaningful legal career. With year-round sunshine and a supportive campus community, it's easy to stay motivated, focused, and ready for what’s next.

Students choose the Tampa campus for its warm, vibrant climate. Study on a beautiful, modern campus featuring trial and appellate courtrooms, a law library, student lounge, welcome center, and on-site parking, all just 15 minutes from downtown Tampa, major courts and law firms. Take weekday or evening classes that fit your schedule. When you're not in class, enjoy nearby beaches, historic sites, major sports teams, and family-friendly attractions like Busch Gardens and the Florida Aquarium. 

preLaw Magazine Recognitions

Cooley is the recipient of accolades from preLaw magazine, marking the fourth recognition as an outstanding institution. Cooley was named a top-tier law school in criminal law, practical training and diversity.

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Fill out the form today to learn more about schedule options, scholarships and how you can become a part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative community that empowers hard-working students to become future-ready professionals.

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Cooley Law School
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12906 Tampa Oaks Blvd., Tampa, FL 33637
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