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“As one of the nation’s best returns on investment in legal education, we strive daily to redefine what it means to be a great national public law school – offering a world-class, hands-on, purpose-driven educational experience with an unflinching commitment to accessibility and affordability.”

Peter B. “Bo” Rutledge
Dean & Talmadge Chair of Law

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At a Glance

#1 or #2

Best Value Law School for Six Years, National Jurist

$7 Million

Reduction in Student Borrowing over 10 years

71%

Incoming Students Receiving Scholarships

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Academics

The University of Georgia School of Law is one of the Nation’s Leading Law schools, providing hands-on, purpose-driven educational experiences.

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.

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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.

Meet Our Faculty

Experiential Learning

94% of the class of 2023 took advantage of our 18 unique clinical and experiential learning programs, honing essential legal skills through hands-on service learning.

Experiential Learning Programs

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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.

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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.

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“Law school can be challenging in all sorts of ways, but our students seem to thrive and feel supported by our close-knit faculty and caring staff. Our affordability is surely part of this story because students have greater freedom to pursue their genuine interests.”

– Thomas Kadri, Associate Professor of Law

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Unmatched Investment in Your Future

The University of Georgia School of Law provides comprehensive support services and resources to help current students and graduates explore and discover their career options and goals, prepare for interviews, perfect resumes, locate professional opportunities, and obtain jobs.

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#4

in the Nation for High-Value Jobs

97%

Employment Rate

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“My time at UGA Law has been nothing short of wonderful. The law school’s atmosphere is collegial, and I credit this to the camaraderie among students and the helpfulness of the professors. I have especially found community in the law school’s award-winning Moot Court Program, through which I am preparing for my second competition.”

– Brianna Hayes, current student

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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.

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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.

For further information about housing, dining, and things to do in Athens, please click here.

Take a Virtual Tour

Participate in an online tour at https://georgialaw.university-tour.com/. Our interactive map includes photos, videos and 360° views.

Contact Admissions

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Phone: 7065427060

E-mail: ugajd@uga.edu

Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Phone: 7065427875

E-mail: llm@uga.edu

Master in the Study of Law (M.S.L.)

Phone: 7065427060

E-mail: msl@uga.edu