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Our innovative and flexible curriculum, developed and delivered by our faculty of top legal scholars, prepares J.D. students for the complete spectrum of career opportunities available to lawyers, while equipping them to adapt to the rapid pace of change that characterizes modern legal practice.
- J.D. Admissions
How to Apply. All applicants must take the LSAT and register...
- J.D. Class Profile
The majority of the Class of 2026 (64%) graduated college at...
- J.D. Curriculum
Each Vanderbilt Law School first-year J.D. student must...
- Law School
Our J.D. program combines a thorough grounding in the law,...
- J.D. Admissions
Our J.D. program combines a thorough grounding in the law, practical skills development, substantive experiential learning opportunities, and a highly customizable curriculum. Develop knowledge and expertise in specialty areas of legal practice, and earn a Law and Business Certificate or J.D./MS Finance dual degree in three years.
How to Apply. All applicants must take the LSAT and register with the J.D. Credential Assembly Service (CAS) through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). You will need your registration "L number" to complete your application and to request an interview.
The majority of the Class of 2026 (64%) graduated college at least one year before entering VLS; 30% were age 24 to 31 at entry. Collectively, the members of the class bring a wealth of experience in a variety of areas. Their backgrounds include business, science, education, technology, service, public policy, and graduate training in a number ...
Each Vanderbilt Law School first-year J.D. student must complete a graded, two-semester Legal Research and Writing course. The course primarily teaches students to plan, research, organize, and write legal analysis and advocacy. The second semester also introduces oral advocacy.
Vanderbilt University Law School (also known as VLS) is the law school of Vanderbilt University. Established in 1874, it is one of the oldest law schools in the southern United States. Vanderbilt Law enrolls approximately 640 students, with each entering Juris Doctor class consisting of approximately 175 students.
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Scholarship, professional development, and commitment to service for the greater good are integral components of a Vanderbilt legal education. With about 155 students in each entering JD class, our smaller size allows greater access to an elite faculty in an unusually collegial and rigorous school culture.
