At Iowa Law you'll gain hands on experience through moot court, law journals, clinical practice, and field placements. You'll take what you learn in the classroom and through your experiences and graduate ready to practice.
Iowa Law is more than a place to learn. It's a community where you'll be immersed in enriching annual traditions and engaging student groups no matter your interest.
Law School Journey
Welcome to Iowa Law
First YearIn your first year Iowa Law offers the personal connections and attention you need to develop a strong intellectual foundation for legal thinking and writing.
Experience the law
Second YearDuring your second-year of law school you have the opportunity to work on 1 out of 4 of our top-ranked law journals. You will also hone in on your interest areas, participate in externships, and grow as a student leader in student orgs or on one of our Moot Court or Appellate Advocacy teams.
"Practicing" attorney
Third YearYou have come so far! In your final year of law school you can participate in the Legal Clinic, explore the Field Placement Program, and work with our dedicated Career Services Office to help you in you career search.
Take a Tour
Follow law students through the Boyd Law Building to get the lay of the land before you arrive.
Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters
Studying law is an exciting endeavor. In addition to the excitement, life and law school stressors can pose challenges that may impact your mental health. Iowa Law is proud to have a therapist on-site at the law school, dedicated to the law student population.
Meet Sam
Iowa Law Traditions
