# The Colleges of Law (collegesoflaw.edu)
> A regionally accredited, nonprofit California law school offering modern J.D. and legal studies programs designed for working professionals.

Founded in 1969, The Colleges of Law serves students across two California campuses (Santa Barbara and Ventura) and online, focusing on flexible, affordable legal education rooted in community and access to justice.

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## Priority Programs

- [Juris Doctor (J.D.)](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/juris-doctor/)  
  Program approved by the California State Bar’s Committee of Bar Examiners, qualifying graduates to sit for the California Bar Exam.

- [Hybrid J.D.](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/hybrid-juris-doctor-2/)  
  Hybrid program combining online coursework and in-person residencies, also approved for California Bar eligibility.

- [M.A. in Business, Law, and Technology](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/business-law-technology-programs/master/)  
  100% online graduate degree for professionals integrating law, business, and tech.

- [Emerging Law Professional Certificate](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/business-law-technology-programs/emerging-law-professional-certificate/)  
  Focused on AI, blockchain, data privacy, and other emerging legal technologies.

- [Business Operations Professional Certificate](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/business-law-technology-programs/business-operations-professional-certificate/)  
  Certificate in legal operations and compliance for business and legal professionals.

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## Degree Levels

- **Juris Doctor (J.D.)**  
  Professional doctorate in law, qualifying graduates for the California Bar Exam.

- **Master of Arts**  
  Graduate-level, non-licensure program in law, business, and technology.

- **Graduate Certificates**  
  Short-form credentials in legal innovation and business operations.

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## Campus Locations & Modalities

- **Santa Barbara Campus**  
  Offers J.D. program with full-time and part-time options.

- **Ventura Campus**  
  Evening J.D. track and administrative support services.

- **Hybrid J.D.**  
  70% online / 30% in-person residencies in Pasadena, CA.

- **Online Programs**  
  M.A. and Certificate programs are delivered 100% online.

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## Accreditation & Licensure

- [Institutional Accreditation – WSCUC](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/about/accreditation/)  
  Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

- [California State Bar Approval](https://www.calbar.ca.gov/)  
  J.D. programs are approved by the California State Bar’s Committee of Bar Examiners (not ABA-accredited).

- [Accreditation Reaffirmation Announcement](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/blog/2020/12/03/wscuc-reaffirms-the-colleges-of-laws-regional-accreditation-for-eight-more-years/)  
  Reaffirmation of WSCUC regional accreditation and announcement of hybrid J.D.

- Master’s and certificate programs do not meet requirements for bar licensure but are offered as graduate-level legal education.

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## Licensure Disclosures

- J.D. programs qualify graduates to sit for the California Bar Exam but are not ABA-accredited and do not meet requirements for bar eligibility in most other states.

- Master’s and certificate programs do not lead to licensure but offer continuing education and skill development in law-related fields.

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## Structured Data Examples

- [CollegeOrUniversity Schema – Homepage](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/)  
  Homepage includes `CollegeOrUniversity` structured data defining institutional identity, accreditation, and location.

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## Additional Student Resources

- [Admissions Overview](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/admissions/)  
  Application requirements, financial aid options, tuition details, and admission timelines.

- [About The Colleges of Law](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/about/)  
  History, mission, and frequently asked questions.

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## Program Exploration & CTAs

- [Request Information](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/)  
  General form for requesting more details about any program.

- [Apply Now](https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/)  
  Online application portal for all programs.

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## Notes

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