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Get the inside scoop on Howard University School of Law admissions. Vault provides detailed accounts by students & alumni of the admissions process, including advice on getting in, applications, interviews, essays, and selectivity.


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Admissions Survey Excerpts
Alumni
The admissions process was surprising simple. Easy to understand forms. There were two essays required. The typical. Why you want to go to law...   READ MORE
Current Student
Relatively efficient. I wish more could have been handled over the internet, i.e., getting old transcripts from HU undergrad, but overall ok.   READ MORE
Alumni
The admissions process was fairly simple. From what I remember, the application was straightforward and they offered us the opportunity to visit t...   READ MORE
Alumni
Application, plus application fee. Can find admissions information (and download application) at www.law.howard.edu. Howard Law is very competit...   READ MORE
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Academics Survey Excerpts
Alumni
The quality of classes was excellent. I truly enjoyed my experience at HUSL and would rec. to those who are interested in attending an academical...   READ MORE
Current Student
classes are challenging and quite diverse. students are friendly and 2Ls and 3Ls are eager to help. Classes for 1Ls are predetermined, but I thin...   READ MORE
Alumni
The academics is quite rigorous the first year. There was a lot to learn and you were expected to be in class everyday and know the subject of th...   READ MORE
Alumni
Classes at Howard Law are rigorous; the professors are tough, and expect a lot from students. Workload in the first year is enormous, with studen...   READ MORE
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Employment Prospect Survey Excerpts
Alumni
The career placement office is in dire need of restaffing. If you were not in the top 10% essentially the CP Office director was no help at all. The...   READ MORE
Current Student
Most firms,agencies that are committed to diversity will recruit at Howard. If they don't then you know they are not sincere. Good Howard students c...   READ MORE
Alumni
Howard does quite well in attracting top firms and clerkships. The Office of Career Services is very helpful in providing information and advice in de...   READ MORE
Alumni
The Career Services Office is absolutely the best festure at Howard Law. It is run smoothly, and with great concern for students' futures. Over a hu...   READ MORE
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Quality of Life Survey Excerpts
Alumni
The law school is located in scenic Washington DC, in the upper northwest area. This a safe and beautiful location. The campus itself is located ...   READ MORE
Current Student
Law School cafeteria is just so so, but is open late. There are a lot of weekly programs, receptions and almost all have food. Living in DC is ex...   READ MORE
Alumni
The law school is not located on the main campus and is located in a popular part of DC. Many embassies are located near the school. There are gra...   READ MORE
Alumni
Life is difficult, as in any law school, I presume. However, there is a wonderful community there. There is no housing on campus, particularly b...   READ MORE
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Social Life Survey Excerpts
Alumni
HUSL has many social organizations for students to take part. The city (Washington DC) itself provides many opportunities for those who wish to t...   READ MORE
Current Student
Its DC, there is plenty available.    READ MORE
Alumni
The social life at Howard is one of the best aspects of the law school in that there is a sense of family among the students and faculty. I can sa...   READ MORE
Alumni
DC is a thriving city, with tons of things to do. I guess you could get involved in the social life on campus, but as a married student, I hardly...   READ MORE

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