Juris Doctor

At the University of Wisconsin (UW) Law, innovation is nothing new. Our hallmark law-in-action approach to teaching makes UW Law a different kind of law school. It means students learn legal rules and why those rules evolved to address social concerns, and how they operate in the real world. And UW Law School faculty are—and always have been—innovators who put student learning first.

Please take advantage of our extensive curriculum, diverse clinical offerings, small classes, and a wealth of opportunities to work with faculty. At UW Law, we're committed to providing the resources and connections you need to reach your professional goals. UW Law students, faculty, and alumni profoundly impact our community and the world through service, ground-breaking research, and leadership.

The University of Wisconsin Law School is located on historic Bascom Hill in the heart of the beautiful UW–Madison campus. It boasts a renowned faculty, an extensive curriculum, and a dynamic student body. As part of a world-class university located in the state’s capital, the Law School also offers an unparalleled wealth of experiences beyond its walls.

Our curriculum emphasizes the dynamics of the law—how the law relates to social change and society as a whole—while at the same time stressing skill development. In addition to nationally recognized programs in several substantive areas, the Law School also has one of the country's largest clinical programs. UW Law School offers many dual degree programs, concentrations, and certificate programs.