We consistently rank among the top U.S. law schools for full-time job placement. And because our alumni graduate with far less debt than the average law student, you’ll have the freedom to practice the type of law you want, where you want. You can succeed anywhere with an Iowa Law degree.

Dedicated Career Advice & Support

Career Services can assist you in discovering your career path and securing your future job, whether you're looking nationwide or locally here in Iowa.

99 %

of first-year law students gain summer employment

Class of 2026

23 %

earned state or federal clerkships across the country

Class of 2023

Top 40

Go-To Law School for BigLaw Jobs

Law.com (2026)

First Iowa, Then Anywhere

Student Spotlights

BLB

Alumni Spotlight: How mentorship and experiential learning shaped a path to public defense

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Lydia Lavrova (25JD) credits Iowa Law’s Federal Criminal Defense Clinic and faculty mentorship with preparing her for a career in public defense.
Sidney Aloisi headshot in front of Auguste Rodin's Boyd Law Building sculpture of Jean de Fiennes.

Student Spotlight: Sidney Aloisi discovers her passion for food and regulatory law through experiential learning

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Empowered by an externship and a network of mentors and mentees, Aloisi will graduate ready to pursue a career in food and drug regulation.
Professional headshot of Iowa Law student Jared Presley

Student Spotlight: Jared Presley’s commitment to building strong relationships is opening doors

Thursday, December 4, 2025
From Arkansas to Iowa, how this 2L student has found community and connection at Iowa Law.