Prepare. Connect. Lead.
“As an institution of legal education striving to be the nation’s best return on investment, our mission is to provide first-rate legal training, invaluable hands-on experiences and authentic relationships that allow our students to succeed as leaders in their professions and their communities.”
Peter B. “Bo” Rutledge
Dean & Herman E. Talmadge Chair of Law
Academics
The University of Georgia School of Law is routinely recognized as one of the nation’s finest law schools.
Engaged Community
Interaction with distinguished faculty and talented peers in an outstanding educational environment ensures that the legal education received at the School of Law is second to none.
Expert Faculty
While some law schools choose to emphasize either faculty scholarship or student instruction, our faculty seeks to balance the two, firmly believing that scholarly expertise enhances the academic experience.
Experiential Learning
With 18 unique clinical and experiential learning programs in a wide range of practice areas, our students hone essential legal abilities through hands-on service learning.
Student Experience
The community at the University of Georgia School of law is one of authentic support – fostering connections between students, alumni/alumnae, faculty, staff and professionals.
Mentorship Program
The School of Law is proud to offer a unique mentorship program to provide all of our students with the guidance and support they need during their three years here, and beyond.
Student Organizations
Our students can join one of the 37 student organizations on campus, ranging from the First Generation Student Association, to the Davenport-Benham Black Law Students Association, to the UGA OUTLaws.
First Generation and Military Students
First-generation college graduates at the law school have access to our First Start Coordinator to act as a guide. We also offer scholarships targeted to Veterans, and provide access to the UGA Student Veterans Resource Center.
Career Development
Our graduates have an outstanding record of success in the job market. From the moment you enter the School of Law, you will take positive steps towards securing a rewarding legal career.
“The faculty and administration do a great job of teaching students that in addition to a strong academic performance, our relationships with our peers are essential for professional success. ”
Addison Smith, J.D. ’20
Judicial Law Clerk – U.S. District Court For The Middle District of Georgia
Unmatched Investment in Your Future
The University of Georgia School of Law provides comprehensive support services and resources to help current students and alumni explore and discover their career options and goals, prepare for interviews, perfect resumes, locate professional opportunities, and obtain jobs.
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91.8%
employed in full-time, long term jobs
95.5%
ultimate bar passage rate
“Working to help our law students realize their dreams is the most rewarding part of my job. After 16 years in career development, it remains a huge thrill seeing a student walk up with a smile to tell me they got the position.”
Tony Waller (UGA, JD ’93)
Assistant Dean for Career Development
Life in Athens, GA: The Classic City
The Classic City combines southern charm, great weather and SEC sports with a progressive atmosphere and a rich art, music and intellectual culture.
Learn More
See what the University of Georgia School of Law has to offer by contacting the Office of Admissions at (706)-542-7060 or visit http://law.uga.edu/schedule-visit.
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