University of Colorado—Boulder vs University of Washington

This page compares University of Colorado—Boulder and University of Washington across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 26 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 26 applicants admitted to both schools, 54% chose to attend University of Washington. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

Both schools are closely ranked in U.S. News: #46 and #50, separated by just 4 positions, making cross-admit data especially useful for deciding between them.

University of Colorado—Boulder is located in Boulder, Colorado, while University of Washington is in Seattle, Washington. Regional placement matters: graduates tend to find employment near their law school, so location should factor into your decision alongside rankings and cost.

On cost, University of Colorado—Boulder has lower tuition at $35,992 per year compared to $45,927. Combined with employment rates of 89.9% (CUBoulder) and 90.1% (UWashington), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.