Welcome to Penn State Law

Located on Penn State’s University Park campus, Penn State Law offers all of the resources of a world-class, public research institution while also featuring a student-centered academic environment. With a curriculum taught by renowned legal experts, interdisciplinary study opportunities across Penn State’s largest campus, ample clinical and experiential learning opportunities, and a dedicated Career Services team available to work with you from day one, the Penn State Law J.D. Program is designed to give you the capacity to accomplish all of your professional goals.

Penn State Law is one of two law schools operated by Penn State, the other being Dickinson Law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

• Apply to Penn State Law

  Information on how to apply to Penn State Law.

• Admitted Students 

  Information for admitted students.

• Tours/Visit a Class

  Plan a visit to Penn State Law to experience a class, meet students and faculty, and tour the Penn State campus.

• Financial Aid

  Information about various financial aid programs available to our students.

• Accelerated Program for Penn State Undergraduates

  Information for Penn State undergraduates interested in studying law.

• Prospective Student Events 

  Find out when our admissions team will be visiting a recruiting event near you.

• Information for Waitlisted Applicants

  Learn about the next steps in the process and how to keep in touch.

• Apply as a Transfer Student

  Find out more information on the transfer student process.

• About Penn State Law

  Learn about all that Penn State Law has to offer.

• Virtual Tours

  Take a virtual tour of the town and the Lewis Katz Building.

• Admissions Policies & Procedures

  Review Penn State Law admissions policies, along with qualifications for admission to the Bar.

• J.D. Admissions FAQ

  Answers to frequently asked questions about Penn State Law admissions.

• Employment Data

  What our recent graduates are doing and where they’re working.

• Explore Law

  Attend our online program to explore law school and all it has to offer.