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The law is a jealous mistress, and requires a long and constant courtship.
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Syracuse Law School
Syracuse, New York
JD Admissions & Requirements
Data from 2024 admissions cycle
Syracuse Law School is a prestigious JD program located in Syracuse, New York. In the competitive 2024 law school rankings, Syracuse Law School was ranked 107 by US News & World Report, making it a strong option for prospective law students in the current application cycle. For the 2024 admissions cycle, Syracuse Law School has an entering 1L class size of approximately 243 with an acceptance rate of 39.0%, positioning it among the competitive law schools for JD applicants.
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The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions.
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Syracuse University College of Law was established in 1895 and is a charter member of the AALS and fully approved by the ABA. Embedded in a dynamic and comprehensive teaching and research university, the College of Law, is one of the oldest of the 13 schools and colleges comprising Syracuse University. The 200-acre S.U. the main campus overlooks scenic Central New York and the city of Syracuse.
The College of Law is housed in Dineen Hall. The 200,000-square-foot Dineen Hall is state-of-the-art and beyond in every manner—a facility that is changing the way students attend law school. Built for the changing demands of legal education and the legal profession, Dineen Hall features an open architectural design, a collaborative learning environment throughout, superior technology, and an optimal location on campus for a positive student experience. Dineen Hall boasts two courtrooms, including the 325-seat ceremonial courtroom, and dedicated student space for journals and student organizations.
In addition to the College’s residential J.D. program, we offer an ABA-approved online law degree program called JDinteractive (JDi.) JDinteractive is taught by College of Law faculty to the same high standards as Syracuse’s residential J.D. program. JDi is an ABA-accredited, online J.D. program designed for students who desire a high-caliber legal education with substantial flexibility. The program combines real-time, live online class sessions with self-paced instruction, six short residencies, and experiential learning opportunities.
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