Washington University in St. Louis School of Law (WashULaw) - St Louis - Missouri - USA

Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, known as WashULaw, is one of the most prestigious law schools in the United States. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, it was founded in 1867, making it the first law school established west of the Mississippi River. The primary goal of WashULaw is to provide a comprehensive and distinguished legal education that prepares students to become leaders in the legal profession, both nationally and internationally. The school seeks to develop critical thinking, legal analysis, and professional ethics through advanced academic programs and pioneering research led by distinguished faculty members. The Law School is located on the Danforth Academic Campu

s in Washington Union City, St. Louis, Missouri, and is close to numerous attractions, including Forest Park, the St. Louis Zoo, the Museum of Art, the Missouri History Museum, and the Kemper Museum of Art. The city offers many recreational activities, such as attending baseball or hockey games at local stadiums, visiting museums and public parks, exploring the restaurants and cafes of The Loop and the Central West End, taking river cruises on the Mississippi River, attending concerts and cultural festivals, and shopping at local markets and malls such as the Saint Louis Galleria. WashULaw is ranked 14th (Tie #14) among 195 U.S. law schools by U.S. News & World Report for 2025. It entered what is known as the T-14 (top 14 law schools), a ranking that expanded to include 17 schools in that group in 2025, including WashULaw. Washington University in St. Louis is also ranked 14th (Tie #14). Louis is ranked #167 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. The university offers several strong programs, including Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LL.M.), Master of Legal Studies (MLS), joint dual degree programs, Doctor of Juridical Science (J.S.D.), and online law programs. All of these degrees span a wide range of disciplines. The university offers numerous excellent facilities, including the main building, classrooms, clinics, experimental rooms, and an administrative office, as well as graduate and specialized program offices, an advanced law library and legal research center, interdisciplinary research centers and common areas, additional teaching and student activities spaces. Students can enjoy numerous recreational and social activities on campus, such as participating in events organized by student organizations, moot court and trial advocacy competitions, the on-campus Law Cafe, student office activities (Student Commons and the Office of Student Life), community service projects, and volunteer work. The university boasts a prestigious academic ranking, diverse and flexible academic programs, modern educational facilities, a strong clinical program, an outstanding faculty, a strategic geographic location, comprehensive student support, an international and multicultural environment, and extensive career opportunities. Degrees offered to international students, such as the LL.M. in American Law, are recognized by legal institutions and courts in many countries and are used as a tool for promotion or career transition.