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GW Law Exists to Make an Impact on the Law and the World

Today, GW Law prepares students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to view the law in an increasingly global context. With an extensive curriculum, a faculty of well-respected scholars and practitioners, high-quality externship opportunities in the nation’s capital, robust mentorship programs, and an emphasis on professionalism and career development, we assist students in exploring the law in depth and finding their own place within it.

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Our Impact

 

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The National Jurist Names GW Law Top School for Environmental Law

July 9, 2026

The Environmental and Energy Law Program at GW Law received an A+ rating from the National Jurist.

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GW Law Alumnus Richard Weitzner Receives NACUA Distinguished Service Award

July 7, 2026

Richard Weitzner, JD '86, and General Counsel for GWU was honored for extraordinary service and long-term contributions to higher education law.

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GW Law Professor Jeffrey Rosen Discusses 'The Pursuit of Happiness' on WHYY Podcast

July 2, 2026

Professor Rosen appeared on The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane.

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Degree Programs

GW Law offers a range of degrees designed to equip students with the legal knowledge they need to make a difference in the world. We encourage you to explore our degree programs and consider the quality of education provided at the George Washington University Law School.

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"The GW Law community is overwhelmingly supportive. My law school experience is significantly better with the advice, guidance, and support of my GW Law family. So don’t be afraid to ask others for help, including me. Networking is the vehicle that drives professional success, especially in DC. It is critical to find people who are willing to invest in you."

Leila M. Diallo
Class of 2023


 

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GW Law by the Numbers

 

9,021

Total First-Year Applications

17

Countries Represented

20

Practice Areas Offered

2.5 Miles

From the Supreme Court of the United States

65

Student Organizations

 

 

Faculty in the News

"Digital personal data is protected by the Fourth Amendment”

Marketplace Tech spoke to Andrew Ferguson on digital surveillance and his new book, "Your Data Will Be Used Against You.”

"GSA praised for initial changes to AI draft regs, but more work needed”

Federal News Network quoted Jessica Tillipman on the General Services Administration’s updated proposed regulations.

"America’s Trumpiest Appeals Court Is About To Get a Little Trumpier"

JP Collins wrote this article for Balls and Strikes on the Fifth Circuit.

"Supreme Court decision analysis"

WHYY-FM in Philadelphia spoke to Jeffrey Rosen in this segment.

"Democrats Are Facing A Full Socialist Takeover"

FOX News Radio featured comments from Jonathan Turley in this segment.

 

Current Students

Attending GW Law is about more than receiving a law degree. It’s about the activities you’ll get involved with, the traditions you’ll partake in, the people you’ll meet, and the memories you’ll make. 

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Academics

A dynamic combination of support and career development from the start of each student’s legal education sets the GW Law experience apart from all others.

Alumni & Giving

GW Law alumni forge lasting relationships with one another—as well as with faculty and staff—that enrich their lives and careers and present unique experiences. 

 

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