Law school named among the best for quality of life, classroom and professors
The School of Law was recently ranked among the best law schools in the nation for quality of life (4th), classroom experience (6th) and professors (8th).
The University of Georgia School of Law is redefining what it means to be a great national public law school. The following news items demonstrate the School of Law’s commitment to being the Best Return on Investment in legal education by providing world-class, hands-on, purpose-driven educational experiences with a pioneering commitment to accessibility and affordability.
Scholarship fund endowed in memory of Robert E. "Robbie" Robinson
The School of Law is pleased to share that a scholarship fund named in memory of civil rights attorney and alumnus Robert E. “Robbie” Robinson has been endowed.
Back-to-back strong showing at #20 by U.S. News
Earlier today, U.S.
Scates family establishes Double Dawg scholarship
The family of alumnus Ryan Scates has established a new scholarship at the University of Georgia School of Law. The scholarship will benefit those intending to become Double Dawgs (i.e., those who have earned at least one degree from UGA before entering UGA Law).
Class of 2021 posts near perfect Ultimate Bar Passage Rate
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 for posting an Ultimate Bar Passage rate of 99.48%, meaning over 99% of these graduates who sat for the bar exam within two years of
Graham featured in National Jurist magazine
Second-year student Madison L. Graham was featured in National Jurist regarding her experience studying abroad with the help of UGA Law’s unique overseas opportunities.
Hinson featured in the Albany Herald
Associate Director of Admissions & Director of Dual Degree Programs Shannon Shipley Hinson was featured in the Albany Herald regarding the School of Law's 3+3 degree program.
100% of first-gen college graduates receive aid
With more than 60 first-generation college graduates currently earning their J.D. at the School of Law, we are pleased to share that 100% of them are receiving aid.
University of Georgia Again Leads State's Law Schools on July Bar Exam
The School of Law was featured in the Daily Report regarding its graduates leading the state for the tenth straight year in Georgia bar exam passage rates for first-time takers for the July/post-graduation sitting. The article was written by Everett Catts and published 10/20/23.
The Law Schools That Provide The 'Most Value' For Students (2023)
The School of Law was featured in Above the Law regarding its selection as the best return on investment in legal education. The article was written by Staci Zaretsky and published 10/17/23.