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The University of Washington School of Law opens doors to boundless opportunities. One of the nation’s top public law schools, we meld a traditional focus on the rule of law with a modern approach to solving problems and doing good. We actively encourage students to explore their passions and equip them with the intellectual tools and hands-on legal experience they need to work in any field they choose. Our location in the Puget Sound region — a vibrant hotbed of technology, innovation, progressive policymaking, philanthropy and more — provides a real-world learning environment as well as programs and partnerships to support future lawyers. Your course of study is open to whatever fuels your intellect and interests. Take a course with the world-class schools of Medicine or Business, participate in clinics with real clients or collaborate with faculty in our scholarly center.
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TOP 10 REASONS TO STUDY AT UW LAW
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NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED AC ADEMIC PROGR AMS
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STATE- OF-THE-ART FACILITIES
AC TIVE MENTORING PROGR AMS FOR STUDENTS
ONE OF THE BEST L AW LIBR ARIES IN THE WEST
AFFORDABLE TUITION
OUR LONG-STANDING DEDICATION TO DIVERSIT Y IN THE L AW
R ANKED AMONG THE TOP PUBLIC L AW SCHOOL S IN THE COUNTRY
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UW SCHOOL OF LAW: AT A GLANCE With more than 100 courses and seminars in specialized areas of the law, our students learn both the law and the intellectual skills necessary for a successful legal career. We emphasize thorough analysis of cases, statutes and other legal materials and an in-depth understanding of the structure and operation of the legal system.
CONCENTRATION TRACKS
CLINICS
LL.M. PROGRAMS
JOURNALS
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Asian Law Dispute Resolution Environmental Law Health Law Intellectual Property International & Comparative Law Law, Business & Entrepreneurship Public Service Law
Recent clinical offerings include:
Asian Law Global Business Law Health Law Intellectual Property Law and Policy Sustainable International Development Law Taxation
Pacific Rim Law and Policy Journal Washington Journal of Law, Technology & Arts Washington Law Review Washington Journal of Environmental Law & Policy
Children & Youth Advocacy Criminal Prosecution Entrepreneurial Law Federal Tax Immigration Law Innocence Project Northwest International Human Rights Legislative Advocacy
Mediation Race and Justice Technology Law & Public Policy Tribal Court Public Defense Workers’ Rights Collaborative Externships
www.law.uw.edu/Programs Asian Law Center Barer Institute for Law and Global Human Services The Cape Town Convention Academic Project Center for Advanced Study & Research on Intellectual Property (CASRIP) Center for Law in Science and Global Health Center for Public Service Law Global Health & Justice Project Law, Business & Entrepreneurship Program Law, Technology & Arts Native American Law Center Summer Institute in Transnational Law and Practice Visiting Scholars Program
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PH.D. PROGRAM
IN-HOUSE COMPETITIONS
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SCHOLARLY CENTERS & PROGRAMS
Ph.D. in Law
CONCURRENT AND JOINT DEGREE PROGRAMS www.law.uw.edu/Admissions/Why/Concurrent.aspx Over 100 programs are available in the University of Washington Graduate School, including: Biochemistry Business Civil & Environmental Engineering Communication Forestry International Studies MLIS Law Librarianship Program
Marine Affairs Pharmaceutics Philosophy Public Administration Public Health Social Work Sociology Urban Planning
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS AND PARTNERSHIPS www.law.uw.edu/ExchangePrograms UW Law students study abroad at prominent universities in the following international locations: Bangkok, Thailand Daegu, Korea Dresden, Germany Düsseldorf, Germany Hong Kong Jakarta, Indonesia Kobe, Japan Lyon, France
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Mexico City, Mexico Rome, Italy Seoul, Korea Singapore Taipei, Taiwan Tokyo, Japan Utrecht, Netherlands And more…
Contracts Competition Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson 1L Appellate Advocacy Competition Judson Falknor Appellate Advocacy Competition Peterson Young Putra 2L/3L Mock Trial Competition WSBA Litigation Section 1L Mock Trial NATIONAL COMPETITIONS
AAJ Mock Trial Competition Jessup International Law Competition MCHB Funded Independent Teams National Criminal Justice Mock Trial Competition National Moot Court Competition Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition TYLA Mock Trial Competition Vis International Commercial Arbitration Team
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COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE
INTERNATIONAL EXTERNSHIPS & EXCHANGE PROGRAMS
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Public service is a core value of the UW School of Law, and our students are presented with many opportunities to help reduce barriers in access to justice, including:
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> Clinical Law Program > Pro Bono Honors Program
Our students study abroad at prominent universities all around the world and participate in international externships with foreign courts, nonprofit organizations and government agencies.
PUBLIC SERVICE NEEDED STUDENTS DE VOTE HUNDREDS OF HOUR S TO PUBLIC SERVICE .
> Public Service Externship Program > Moderate Means Program > Public Service Law Concentration Track > Gates Public Service Law Scholarship Program
“UW’s entire campus has a collaborative, student-driven approach to education and it’s a great experience. Even
The Center for Public Service Law offers a wide array of programming, professional development and career coaching to help students fulfill their public service goals.
Where will you go?
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as a 1L, I’ve been able to work with other students to create a Trans Health Pro-Bono Project aimed at appealing health insurance denials for trans
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individuals. Seattle is a city that is citizen-driven and cares about its citizens, and UW’s culture mirrors that.” — Alexis Howell, ‘18
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GOLDEN GARDENS PARK
SEATTLE: THE EMERALD CITY
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By attending the University of Washington School of Law, you’ll have the chance to receive a world-class education in a world-class city. Renowned for its scenic views and vibrant culture, Seattle provides both city dwellers and outdoor enthusiasts with opportunities unlike anywhere else.
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Set in an amazing urban center, the law school is located in one of the most
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innovative and livable regions of the country. Thanks to the dynamic nature of
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business in Seattle, our students have the opportunity to network with, and HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
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for cutting-edge legal research and scholarship and for students and faculty
and growing economy, cultural
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neighborhoods, endless natural outdoor recreation!”
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Nordstrom
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
PATH
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Intellectual Ventures
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Seattle BioMed
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Starbucks
Microsoft
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diversity, distinct and unique beauty and plentiful options for
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businesses, the vibrancy of the Seattle community provides opportunities
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else I’d rather live than Seattle. Seattle has it all — a vibrant
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lived in almost every region of the country, and there’s nowhere
learn from, top practitioners in their fields. From startup companies to mature
to establish connections with the business community.
INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT
“I’ve been to all 50 states and
— Ryan Casey, ‘17
Nintendo
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LIVING IN SEATTLE
Nestled between two mountain regions and adjacent to Puget Sound, Seattle offers a variety of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, including biking, hiking, fishing and boating. A short drive out of the city leads to skiing, snowboarding, river rafting and camping in some of the most scenic parks in the world.
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CIT Y WITH HIGHEST PERCENTAGE OF COLLEGE AND UNIVER SIT Y GR ADUATES
In addition to many local community arts organizations, Seattle has a professional
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symphony, ballet and opera. Concerts and other live performances take place at downtown theaters such as the Paramount, the Moore and Benaroya Hall, as well as UW campus venues. Seattle’s biggest events include Bumbershoot, the
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Seattle International Film Festival, the Northwest Folklife Festival, Bite of Seattle and
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Seattle’s traditional summer festival, Seafair.
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Along with its picturesque views and vibrant arts scene, Seattle also features worldfamous coffee shops and farmers markets as well as neighborhoods that are just as diverse as the people who live there. There truly is something for everyone.
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BEST CITIES FOR GOOD JOBS Forbes
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37.4” Average annual rainfall (49” Average rainfall of New York City) 36.1 Median Age 635,000 City Population 3.5 million Metro population
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7: Number of hills Seattle is built on 3: Bodies of water that border Seattle 5: Number of professional sports teams 400: Number of parks maintained by Seattle Parks and Recreation
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STUDENT & CAREER SERVICES
MENTOR/MENTEE PROGRAM
The UW School of Law has maintained a consistently high employment rate for its current and graduating students.
Seattle’s diverse legal community provides UW law students with outstanding opportunities to learn about their many legal career options.
Our graduates are advancing their careers in all areas of the law, including private firms, judicial clerkships and public service work. Student & Career
Through our Professional Mentor program, the law school pairs students
Services helps our students succeed by providing:
with practicing professionals and judges in the Seattle area. Mentors and
> Career advising and counseling
students are selected based on common characteristics such as areas of
> Professional development coaching
interest, undergraduate alma mater or previous employment experiences.
> Recruiting opportunities
Mentors meet with their mentees throughout the academic year to offer guidance
> Electronic job-search tools
and encouragement, facilitate networking opportunities and share specialized
> Mentoring
knowledge. In addition to our Professional Mentor program, students also benefit
> On-campus interview programs
from peer and faculty advising.
> Networking opportunities to create and promote new relationships among attorneys, alumni and UW law students
NUMBER OF MENTOR S THAT STUDENTS ARE MATCHED WITH
“My 2L mentor is amazing. She is constantly there for me with advice and emotional support. She is also always quick to offer to introduce me to others who she thinks would be helpful, or to offer helpful materials or other resources. “
> Participation in national and regional career fairs > Judicial clerkship placement
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“UW Law’s ties to Seattle go much
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— Reina Almon, ‘18
deeper than the big law firms, and the school provides students with the chance to earn credits
Externships: Our students also experience the law and advance their careers through externships, which allow them to develop relationships with alumni, government officials and faculty. Students receive classroom credit for public service externships with judges, government agencies, not-for-profit organizations and state courts.
and gain experience working with organizations such as the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, the ACLU and Innocence Project Northwest.” — James Prescott, ‘17
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OUR ALUMNI: A CULTURE OF GIVING BACK Join the ranks of engaged UW School of Law graduates who are part of our vast alumni network. Our alumni continue to engage with the law school after graduation by: > Serving as advisors to the law school dean and mentors for current students
ALUMNI AROUND THE WORLD
“One of the things that has struck me with the University of Washington School of Law is the strong alumni network. I’ve been lucky enough to connect Pacific Northwest and beyond
> Networking and recruitment
who were warm, welcoming
> Giving financial gifts
Additionally, we have alumni representation in 30 foreign countries and 149 international cities.
with dozens of lawyers in the
> Assisting in career planning > Speaking at the law school
Every U.S. state, D.C., two overseas U.S. military bases and three U.S. territories are represented in this alumni population.
and eager to take some time to speak with me about my legal interests and future plans.”
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The UW Law School Alumni Association (LSAA) offers regional events and networking opportunities and is a great way to stay connected to the UW School of Law.
— Tyler Quillin, ‘17
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BANGKOK, THAILAND
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HONG KONG
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CANADA
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INDONESIA
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NEW YORK, NY SAN DIEGO, CA LOS ANGELES, CA PHOENIX, AZ
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PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
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IDAHO
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FACULTY: INSPIRED TEACHING An expansive and deep legal education begins with exceptional faculty. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1, students have remarkable access to some of the brightest minds in the legal field. Our faculty are recognized experts in such fields as constitutional law, criminal
“Professors incorporate their research interests into class and keep the curriculum very timely and grounded on emerging areas.” — Raz Barnea, ‘17
law and trial advocacy, intellectual property, taxation, technology law, international and human rights law, Asian and comparative law, Native American law and health law. Nearly 43 percent hold advanced degrees beyond their J.D.s; 10 percent hold Ph.D.s or M.D.s. Adjunct faculty within the UW’s other academic units and part-time instructors from the area’s vibrant legal community further enrich the education we offer.
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NEXT STEPS Visit campus: www.law.uw.edu/Admissions/Visit Apply for admission: www.law.uw.edu/apply/jd Apply for financial aid: www.law.uw.edu/FinAid
For more information about UW School of Law or to visit, contact: University of Washington School of Law, Office of Admissions and Financial Aid William H. Gates Hall, Box 353020, Seattle, WA 98195-3020 206.543.4078 / Fax 206.685.4201 / lawadm@uw.edu www.law.uw.edu/Admissions
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