Dr. Leo Trujillo Cox

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Leo Trujillo Cox is the Executive Director of Academic Outreach & Development and the Associate Director of Admissions at the UCLA School of Law. He began his tenure at UCLA Law in 1997, holding dual B.A. degrees in Political Science and Ethnic Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, and a J.D. from UCLA. Mr. Trujillo Cox is dedicated to ensuring academic equity and educational access within legal education. He founded the Academic Outreach Resource Center at UCLA Law, which aims to produce graduates who prioritize leadership and uphold democratic values in a multicultural world. The center runs various outreach initiatives to encourage students from diverse backgrounds to apply to law school. Notably, he is the program instructor for the Law Fellows Program, a nationally recognized initiative addressing pipeline issues in legal education. This program has helped close to 1,400 students from various undergraduate institutions enhance their competitiveness for law school. Mr. Trujillo Cox has been involved with various committees, including the Law School Admission Council's Minority Affairs Subcommittee. Additionally, he has been honored with various awards, including the Trailblazer Award from People of Color, Inc.

Research Interests

Experience

Executive Director, Academic Outreach & Development

1997-01-01 — Present

UCLA School of Law • Los Angeles, CA

Oversees initiatives aimed at promoting academic equity and enhancing access to legal education.

Associate Director, Admissions

1997-01-01 — Present

UCLA School of Law • Los Angeles, CA

Responsible for admissions processes and outreach for prospective law students.

Instructor, Law Fellows Program

1997-01-01 — Present

UCLA School of Law • Los Angeles, CA

Teaches and supports high-potential undergraduates from diverse backgrounds in preparing for law school.

Awards

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Justice Cruz Reynoso Community Service Award

2022-01-01
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Alexander Award

2022-01-01
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Trailblazer Award

2022-01-01

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.