The University of Iowa - College of Law

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Iowa Law cultivates collegial, hard-working, and skilled advocates. They are the future of law.

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Iowa Law will prepare you to excel in an increasingly complex and competitive legal landscape. We treat service, writing, and on-the-job experience as integral components of a legal education—giving you the flexibility to explore the breadth of the profession and contribute to real change in society.

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The Writing Law School

See how Iowa Law's Writing Program stands apart and prepares our graduates for success in the field.

Writing at Iowa Law

99 %

job placement rate within 10 months of graduation

Class of 2023

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8:1

Student-Faculty-Ratio

2024

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the National Jurist

2014 - Present

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The University of Iowa is searching for a visionary leader to serve as the next dean of the College of Law. The ideal candidate is someone who will further our commitment to producing top-tier legal professionals, uphold our tradition as the 'Writing Law School,' and further our dedication to innovation in legal scholarship.

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Iowa Law News

A Tribute to Dean Kevin Washburn

Thursday, January 2, 2025

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25 Years of Human Rights Impact

Friday, December 13, 2024

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Professor Todd Pettys named interim dean of Iowa Law, effective January 1, 2025

Thursday, November 7, 2024

Iowa Now

Events

Admitted Students Weekend

Saturday, March 8, 2025 (all day)

Boyd Law Building

Journal of Gender, Race & Justice - Inside Out Reentry Backpack Drive

Monday, March 10, 2025 12:00pm to 2:00pm

The Journal of Gender, Race & Justice will be hosting a backpack drive for Inside Out Reentry, a nonprofit here in Iowa City that helps recent incarcerated individuals reenter their respective communities. We will gather backpacks and other resources (hygiene products, etc.) and then donate those materials to Inside Out.

Planning for your 2L Year

Monday, March 10, 2025 12:45pm to 1:45pm

Boyd Law Building

Dean Crain and Registrar Seedorff will present information for students to help plan their 2L year, including how/when to register, what requirements you need for the JD, information on the lotteries, and things to consider when choosing courses. Lunch will be provided.