Juris Doctor 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 | admissionsatlaw [dot] gwu [dot] edu (admissions[at]law[dot]gwu[dot]edu) | 202.994.7230

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Test-Optional Admission for Select JD Candidates

GW Law has a long tradition of enrolling experientially diverse students. In recognition of the exceptional promise of select applicants, we have established a limited test-optional admissions process.

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