Loyola University Chicago School of Law
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Official Guide to ABA-Approved JD Programs
Loyola University Chicago School of Law offers a comprehensive, well-rounded educational experience that will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and networks to excel in the legal profession.
Founded in 1908, the School of Law is a student-focused law school inspired by the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence, intellectual openness, and service to others, with a distinctive social justice mission.
As a student, you’ll receive a superior legal education from leading faculty in an inclusive, welcoming environment that will prepare you for a successful career in law.
Being in the city of Chicago—the third-largest legal market in the country—you’ll find unlimited opportunities to make valuable connections and reach your professional goals.
The School of Law is located in the heart of Chicago’s famous Magnificent Mile, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, and culture.
Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods and communities are among the many features that make the city appealing and interesting.
The JD Program
Loyola's JD program combines the academic rigor you expect with the practical experience you'll need to rise above the competition. Working with our nationally-recognized faculty, you'll learn to effectively apply the law to real-world scenarios. As a Loyola graduate, you'll be prepared for practice from day one, ready to meet (and exceed) the demands of prospective clients and employers.
In your first year at Loyola, you’ll work closely with our highly regarded faculty to learn the art of legal analysis and foundations of the American legal system.
As your legal education progresses, you’ll have the opportunity for classroom and clinical learning in Loyola’s several centers and other specialty programs.
To earn a JD degree, you must complete a minimum of 86 credit hours of coursework. A minimum of 6 credit hours of experiential learning are required.
Upon graduation with a JD degree from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values necessary to commence the ethical practice of law.
Loyola offers both a Full-time JD program and a Part-time Weekend JD program.
Clinical programs
Linking classroom study with hands-on experience, and inspired by the Jesuit philosophy that promotes service to others, Loyola's clinics encourage students to contribute to society while gaining vital practical experience.
Externships
Loyola's externship program offers students practical experience under direct supervision of a judge or attorney and a supervising faculty attorney from the School of Law. This program provides students with the opportunity to develop practice-ready and problem-solving skills while working at an approved field placement outside of the classroom. Externships qualify as live client experience satisfying the experiential learning graduation requirement.
Study abroad
Rome today is the home of the Italian government and is the site of offices for the European Union, other international institutions, as well as private law firms, banks and corporations. Loyola's study abroad program takes advantage of these facilities and institutions to introduce students to the study and practice of law in a foreign culture. It is expected that this introduction to comparative and international law will give students a deeper understanding of their own legal culture.
Competitions
As a member of Loyola's moot court, mock trial, and dispute resolution teams, you'll put your written and oral advocacy skills to the test as you participate in real life trial, appellate, and dispute resolution simulations. Your team enjoys the strong support of faculty, administration and alumni.
Student Life
Student organizations
Participation in law student organizations offers you the opportunity to explore your passions, become a more effective leader, help plan events, interact with students, faculty, and alumni, and have some fun in the process.
The Student Bar Association (SBA) is the anchor of these and other student-run activities. It provides vital assistance in helping plan and stage social and charitable events. Beyond the SBA, there are rich opportunities to become involved in organizations supporting your dedication to making Loyola, our country, and our world a better place.
Career Placement and Bar Passage
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Tuition and Aid
Furthering your education is an investment in you and your future. We provide information and resources to help manage the process.
Loyola law students may be eligible for one or more of the following sources of funding:
- Merit Scholarships
- Fellowships
- Specialized Scholarships
- Loans
Admission Decisions: Beyond the Numbers
Loyola University Chicago School of Law seeks to admit students of outstanding intellectual ability who will bring a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to the classroom and the legal profession. Consistent with the School of Law’s mission, we seek ethical candidates who will strive to serve justice and will attain high levels of professional excellence.
Loyola prides itself on being an open and inclusive community that fosters multiplicity of viewpoints, care for the whole person and a rigorous and inquisitive educational environment. Loyola Law conducts a holistic review of each applicant. In evaluating each applicant, Loyola places high value on traditional measures of academic ability, namely grades and standardized test scores, specifically Law School Admission Test (LSAT) scores. Applicants are also welcomed to share their stories of diversity and overcoming challenges that have shaped their lives and their desire to enroll in law school.
Other factors that provide information to the admissions committee can be: work experience and career achievement; community or public service; career goals; the ability to contribute to law school programs and specializations; evidence of and potential for leadership; language ability; unusual life experiences; socio economics or first generation background; and any other factors (except those factors deemed impermissible by applicable law) that indicate the applicant may make a distinctive contribution to Loyola or the legal profession.