University of Chicago Law School
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| University of Chicago Law School | |
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| Established | 1902 |
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| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois |
| Country | United States |
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| Website | law.uchicago.edu |
The University of Chicago Law School is a professional graduate school of the University of Chicago located in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1902, it is one of the most prestigious law schools in the United States, known for its rigorous academic programs and influential faculty.
History
The University of Chicago Law School was founded in 1902 by a committee of the University of Chicago trustees, including William Rainey Harper, the first president of the university. The law school was established with the goal of integrating the study of law with the social sciences, a novel approach at the time.
Academics
The law school offers a Juris Doctor (JD) program, as well as several joint degree programs, including JD/PhD, JD/MBA, and JD/MPP. The curriculum is known for its emphasis on interdisciplinary study, particularly the integration of law and economics, a field pioneered by the law school.
Law and Economics
The University of Chicago Law School is renowned for its Law and Economics program, which applies economic principles to the analysis of law. This approach has influenced legal education and practice worldwide.
Clinical Programs
The law school offers a variety of clinical programs that provide students with hands-on legal experience. These include the Mandel Legal Aid Clinic, the Exoneration Project, and the Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship.
Faculty
The faculty at the University of Chicago Law School includes many prominent scholars and practitioners. Notable faculty members have included Richard Posner, Cass Sunstein, and Martha Nussbaum.
Notable Alumni
The law school has produced many distinguished alumni, including:
- John Paul Stevens, former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
- Elena Kagan, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
- David Rubenstein, co-founder of The Carlyle Group
Admissions
Admissions to the University of Chicago Law School are highly competitive. The school seeks students with strong academic records, high LSAT scores, and diverse backgrounds.
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