Be a Lasallian Lawyer: 8 reasons why you should go to the DLSU College of Law

Established in 2010, De La Salle University College of Law is committed to develop future leaders in the legal profession who ascribe to the University’s values of faith, service, and communion. It also follows the University’s tradition of academic excellence.

The De La Salle University College of Law is now holding classes in Bonifacio Global City.

At a time when the country needs lawyers who are both competent and morally upright, DLSU COL offers the best possible environment to nurture well-rounded legal practitioners who are prepared to lead in the positive transformation of their communities.

Here are eight reasons why DLSU COL is an excellent law school to go to.

DLSU COL prides itself for having top-notch faculty.

1. ) Top-notch faculty- Students at DLSU COL will enjoy the guidance and instruction of renowned legal practitioners in the country. Among them are legal luminaries who penned landmark and doctrinal cases of the times. They are experts in the fields of human rights, environmental, business law, and other areas of specialization.

DLSU COL is the only college in DLSU that follows a semestral schedule.

2.) Semestral calendar- The college follows a semestral calendar. It reinforces the comprehensive study of law, which involves voluminous readings, the mastery, and application of abstract ideas, and various internships that aim to hone a student’s acumen in the legal field.

3.) Holistic Development- The college’s Juris Doctor (JD) curriculum is designed to foster students’ holistic development. The program includes research, communications courses, electives, and bar examination preparations that will help future lawyers be highly competent in their practice.

4.) Human rights education-DLSU COL was founded with an orientation towards human rights. While all required subjects are taught in the college, human rights education is integrated with core courses and is available through electives.

COL students are well-rounded. Aside from having the opportunity to do legal research, they can also choose to take part in international moot competitions or give back to the community through the legal aid clinic.

5.) Robust student life- Once enrolled in the college, students are exposed to several opportunities for growth. They have the opportunity to compete in prestigious international moot court events, become volunteers at the legal aid clinic, and conduct legal research projects. The college also has several student organizations that complement learning.

6.) Strong linkages and partnerships- DLSU COL is partner to several well-known universities and organizations abroad. Students from the college are given the opportunity to get hands-on experience through international externships, giving them a global, competitive edge. Partner institutions include Hong Kong University, Hong Kong; Meiji University, Japan; Charles Darwin University, Australia; and the Hague Conference Asia-Pacific Regional Office.

7.) Safe, nurturing environment- For the sake of everyone’s safety and well-being, students are required to sign a non-fraternity contract. The college denounces any form of violence and espouses Christian values.

The DLSU Rufino Campus, which houses the College of Law, is a BERDE-certified green building.

8.) State-of-the-art facilities- The College of Law now holds its classes on the DLSU Rufino Campus , Bonifacio Global City. This BERDE-certified green building is located in a burgeoning commerce center. Moreover, students of DLSU will have access to all campuses, its extensive libraries, places of prayer and worship, art museum, and fitness facilities.

Pursue a legal education at DLSU. Be a Lasallian lawyer. Application period is until March 23, 2021, Tuesday.

Online Testing is on: March 27, 2021, Saturday.

For application details, call or email us at:

Email: graduate.admissions@dlsu.edu.ph or admissions@dlsu.edu.ph
Tel. No: SMART: 0999–3636546 / GLOBE: 0927–7606560

You can learn more about the college here. You can also view application details here.