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 | [email protected] | 202.994.7230
Fall 2024 Tour Schedule
Tours and class visits have returned for this fall semester! Register today to learn more about GW Law inside and outside of the classroom!
Our in-person tours, led by student ambassadors from the law school, offer prospective applicants a look inside GW Law from a current student's perspective. Not only does a GW Law tour provide you with a guided walkthrough of the law complex, but it also gives you the opportunity to speak with one of our admissions and financial aid counselors before or after the tour should you have any questions.
- Monday, September 16 at 12:40 pm
- Friday, October 4 at 11 am
- Monday, October 7 at 5 pm
- Wednesday, October 30 at 5 pm
- Friday, November 15 at 11 am
- Monday, November 25 at 12:40 pm
GW Law 101 Series
Welcome to the 101 Series with GW Law’s Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid, Sophia Sim. This virtual program is designed for prospective JD students and will cover a range of topics, from what to expect in law school, what sets GW Law apart, and how to best position yourself when applying to law school.
Each session will start at 3 pm ET and will last approximately 30 minutes with an opportunity to ask Dean Sim questions at the end.
Please register for as many sessions as you’d like!
Wednesday, August 28
Law School 101
A broad overview about law school and what lawyers do for those who are new to thinking about law school. Topics will include what the first year is like and what lawyers do.
Registration is closed
Wednesday, September 4
GW Law 101
Who are we? What sets GW Law apart and makes us interesting?
Registration is closed
Friday, September 6
Application Process 101 (including standardized test/waiver options)
This session covers the ways to apply, required documents, optimal timeline, and the various standardized test options such as LSAT, GRE, JD Next, and requesting a waiver.
Registration is closed
Tuesday, September 10
Personal Statement 101
Tips about crafting your personal statement, optional Identity statement, and whether to submit addenda.
Registration is closed
Tuesday, October 1
Financial Aid 101
Discussion of how to finance law school through grants, loans, and merit scholarships.
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
Associate Dean Laurie S. Kohn Appointed Senior Associate Dean
September 17, 2024
Dean Kohn’s new responsibilities complement her outstanding leadership of the success and growth she has led with her team in the clinical program.
Professor Laura Dickinson discusses the scope of the Insurrection Act
September 12, 2024
Dickinson argues a strong case can be made that the existing language of the act should be read narrowly, for both constitutional and practical reasons.
Introducing the 2024-2025 Richey Fellows
September 9, 2024
GW Law's Public Interest and Public Service Law Center is thrilled to announce the Richey Fellows for the 2024-2025 academic year.