JD Admissions
Thank you for your interest in applying to the George Washington University Law School! Located four blocks from the White House, three blocks from the U.S. State Department, and across the street from the World Bank and International Monetary Fund, we are truly in the heart of Washington, DC. Working with our dynamic faculty and engaged alumni, we strive to create personal pathways to help our students achieve their goals. Feel free to stop by to say hello and take a tour. We look forward to meeting you and reviewing your application.
Note that 1L application fees have been waived.
Contact us at 700 20th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052 | admissions
law [dot] gwu [dot] edu (admissions[at]law[dot]gwu[dot]edu) | 202.994.7230
2024-2025 JD Viewbook Brochure
Discover the unparalleled opportunities for academic growth, hands-on experience, and a supportive community that sets our JD program apart from other schools. Explore the dynamic curriculum and unique features that make the GW Law experience a stepping stone to success in your legal profession.
New & Now at GW Law
GW Law Alumnus Named DC Bar Association Pro Bono Attorney of the Year
May 15, 2025
The D.C. Bar Association recently named GW Law Alumnus Paul Cornoni, JD ‘03, the 2025 Laura N. Rinaldi Pro Bono Attorney of the Year.
100 Years of Stockton Hall
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GW Law Associate Dean for Information Services and Director of the Law Library Scott Pagel discusses the history of Stockton Hall, which as been home to GW Law for 100 years this year.
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Professor Catlin Meade talks about how GW Law incorporates AI into Fundamentals of Lawyering classrooms.