Here’s a comprehensive overview of the University of Pennsylvania Law School (Penn Law):
History
Founded in 1850, Penn Law is one of the oldest law schools in the United States. Initially known as the University of Pennsylvania Department of Law, it became a separate school in 1906.
Rankings
Penn Law consistently ranks among the top law schools globally:
1. #7 in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Schools (2022)
2. #10 in QS World University Rankings by Subject: Law (2022)
3. #12 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject: Law (2022)
Academics
Penn Law offers:
1. Juris Doctor (J.D.) program
2. Master of Laws (LL.M.) program for international students
3. Master of Comparative Laws (LL.C.M.) program
4. Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) program
5. Dual degree programs (e.g., J.D./M.B.A., J.D./M.A.)
Curriculum
1. Foundational courses: Constitutional Law, Contracts, Torts, Property, and Civil Procedure
2. Electives: 200+ courses, including:
– Business and finance law
– Intellectual property law
– International law
– Environmental law
– Health law
– Human rights law
3. Clinical programs: Practical experience in areas like litigation, transactional law, and advocacy
Faculty
1. 100+ full-time faculty members
2. Renowned scholars in various fields, including:
– Constitutional law
– Corporate law
– International law
– Intellectual property law
– Tax law
Research Centers
1. Penn Law Institute for Law and Economics
2. Center for Technology, Innovation and Competition
3. Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice
4. Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law
5. Institute for International Law and Global Governance
Student Life
1. Student organizations: 50+ groups, including:
– Penn Law Review
– Journal of International Law
– Moot Court Board
– Student Animal Legal Defense Fund
2. Clinical programs and externships
3. Pro bono initiatives
4. Diversity and inclusion programs
Career Services
1. Career counseling
2. Job fairs and networking events
3. On-campus interviews
4. Alumni network: 20,000+ graduates worldwide
Admissions
1. J.D. program:
– Application deadline: February 1
– LSAT scores (middle 50%: 164-170)
– GPA (middle 50%: 3.5-3.9)
2. LL.M. program:
– Application deadline: November 1 (international)
– English proficiency test scores (TOEFL or IELTS)
Tuition and Financial Aid
1. J.D. program: $64,468 (2022-2023)
2. LL.M. program: $67,036 (2022-2023)
3. Scholarships, grants, and loans available
Location
University of Pennsylvania Law School
3501 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Contact Information
Phone: (215) 898-7483
Email: mailto:[email protected]
Penn Law’s rigorous academic programs, renowned faculty, and strong career services make it an excellent choice for aspiring lawyers.
