Bright, capable, energetic, interesting, and diverse might just begin to describe students at the College of Law. Their interests are numerous and their experiences vast. They are individuals chosen not only based on their LSAT scores and GPAs, but for what their interests and experiences bring to the College as a whole.
More than 30 percent of this group are students of color — the top percentage among public universities in Illinois and in the Big Ten. Students come from 42 states, 2 countries, and 188 undergraduate institutions. Others come from Germany, China, Japan and Ukraine to study here.
Each student brings his or her own perspective to a legal issue and professors welcome the variety of viewpoints. Students can explain firsthand what it's like growing up in the inner city, the challenges of starting a business, and much more. And these life experiences greatly enrich classroom discussions.
This diversity supports many vibrant organizations. Black, Latino, and Asian law student associations. The Sports Law Society. The Federalist Society. The Sexual Orientation and Legal Issues Society. The International Law Society. Just to name a few.
Come visit and meet our students. You'll meet people who are remarkably like you and —
perhaps more importantly — many who are not.
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