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Future Students

Drake Law School prepares students to lead, serve, and succeed in a changing legal profession. Discover our academic programs, admissions process, financial aid opportunities, and the supportive community that sets Drake apart.

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A Law School Experience That Sets You Apart

With an excellent foundation in legal theory, our students roll up their sleeves and put theory into action. Our state-of-the-art Legal Clinic includes opportunities in Entrepreneurial Law, Immigration Law, Children's Rights, and more. The First-Year Trial Practicum is a unique opportunity for students to view an actual state or federal trial from start to finish. As the only law school in the capital city of Des Moines, our students have unique opportunities to gain experience in government, business, state and federal courts, the legal sector, and more.

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Explore Our Programs

At Drake Law School, you'll find programs that combine rigorous legal education with experiential learning and meaningful professional opportunities. Explore our programs to see how Drake can help you build the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed.

Costs & Financial Aid

Planning for law school starts with understanding your options. Learn about tuition, financial aid, scholarships, and other resources designed to make your legal education more affordable.

Class of 2025

Student Profile

Johnny Nguyen

Seattle, Washington

"From the moment I was accepted, I felt like the Drake Law community was going to support me through the grind of law school-and they have. Faculty hold us to high expectations while also being available to answer any questions; fellow law students are friendly rather than adversarial; and Drake Law alumni are all over the country so professional connections are easy to establish. Because of the Drake Law community, I feel confident entering the legal profession.”

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Class of 2025

Student Profile

Jasmine Carbin

Waterloo, Iowa

"I chose Drake Law School because it allowed me to stay in Iowa, which is really important to me. Iowa is known for its legal deserts in rural areas and I want to play a role in fixing that problem. I believe that everyone should have equal access to the justice system."

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Class of 2024

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Chantry Noel

West Branch, Iowa

"As a non-traditional student, choosing a law program that gave me hands on experience was super important to me. What I love about Drake Law is that I am not just learning the theory of law, I am being shown how to practice it too. Through clinics, internships, and volunteer work, I have been able to practice law as a student more than I ever could have dreamed. I know that every bit of my experience here is preparing me to be an amazing advocate and litigator."

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Experience law in action. Access premier classroom instruction paired with an exceptional career-building education at Drake University Law School.

Contact

Office of Admission and Financial Aid
Phone: 515-271-2782
Email: law-admit@drake.edu

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