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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

"Looking into the Reflecting Pool: We examined Trump’s vandalism claims”

Politifact spoke to Sara Bronin about vandalism claims regarding the Reflecting Pool.

"SEC Rules Overhaul Will Bolster Firms’ Shareholder Communication"

Lawrence Cunningham co-authored this article for Bloomberg Law on the SEC’s anticipated overhaul of certain rules.

"JONATHAN TURLEY: James Talarico's defense of gun control leaves out a key word"

Jonathan Turley authored this article for Fox News.

"'More than a century of legal precedent': Trump's arch clears major hurdle but could fail in court, experts say”

WUSA9 interviewed Sara Bronin on the President’s proposed arch.

"License plate cameras may be next target after Supreme Court reins in location tracking”

The Record quoted Andrew Ferguson on information stored in police and connected public databases.


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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.

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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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