Degree Requirements
The University of Denver Sturm College of Law offers a comprehensive J.D. degree in an atmosphere that never lacks for innovation.
Our first year curriculum includes the following courses:
- Contracts
- Criminal Law
- Lawyering Process (two semesters)
- Civil Procedure
- Torts
- Property
- Constitutional Law
Required courses after first year:
- Perspective Elective
- Evidence
- Administrative Law
- Prof. Responsibility
Other requirements:
In a student’s final semester, there is no tuition charge for up to six credits over the 90 required for graduation if all 90 credits are DU LAW courses.

