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 | 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.
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GW Law Hosts Panel on US Intervention in Venezuela
January 26, 2026
The GW Law International & Comparative Law Program partnered with the National Security, Cybersecurity & Foreign Relations Law Program to host the panel.
GW Law to Host 2026 Schenck National Security Crisis Negotiation Competition
January 23, 2026
The competition provides first-year law students with an opportunity to develop critical negotiation skills in a high-stakes national security environment.