The University of Iowa - College of Law

Be law's future

At Iowa Law, you'll thrive in an ambitious, collaborative community in one of the nation's premier college towns. With alumni in all 50 states and across 50 different countries, you'll graduate ready to make an impact.

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Explore the breadth of the profession through service, writing, and on-the-job experience. Join a network of 11,000+ alumni who work and live across the country and world.

Earn your JD at Iowa

Consistently among the top U.S. law schools for full-time job placement and bar passage—go anywhere from Iowa Law.

Earn your JD at Iowa

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Iowa Law's Master of Laws and Doctor of Juridical Sciences can help advance your goals.

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Our faculty are known for their strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and pursuing scholarship that matters.

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The Writing Law School®

Experience how Iowa Law's Writing Program stands apart and prepares graduates for success in the field.

Writing at Iowa Law

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At Iowa Law, we believe each applicant is unique. Learn more about the admissions process and timeline.

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Law dean search

The University of Iowa is searching for a visionary leader to serve as the next dean of the College of Law. The ideal candidate is someone who will further our commitment to producing top-tier legal professionals, uphold our tradition as The Writing Law School^®, and further our dedication to innovation in legal scholarship.

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