Experience is everything

From what you’ll do in our classrooms and clinics to what you bring to the table

As the only law school founded to train outstanding public interest lawyers, CUNY Law provides an experience unlike anything or anywhere else. Located in New York City, our community of students, faculty, and staff reflects the diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives needed to diversify the profession and create a more representative justice.

Discover What Sets CUNY Law Apart

Renowned Clinical Education

Our top-ranking clinical program guarantees every student an immersive semester of real-world practice. You’ll represent clients, collaborate on policy initiatives, and partner with government agencies and community organizations to create real change.

Enhanced access and resources for all

Our student body reflects our commitment to public interest and social justice lawyering and our programs and supports offer the tools lawyers need for careers dedicated to using law in the service of human needs. From wellness programming to no-cost bar preparation, we support the full law student experience.

What a CUNY Law degree can do

Dalourny Nemorin ’14Alumni like Dalourny Nemorin ’14, are driving systemic change. Selected for the Obama Foundation Leaders program, she exemplifies how the school’s focus on public interest and access to justice produces trailblazers dedicated to their communities​.

Creating Pathways to Legal Careers

a large group of people in yellow graduation stoles reading "Pipeline to Justice"Pipeline to Justice, our signature access initiative, recognizes that traditional admissions metrics often miss exceptional talent. The holistic program provides aspiring law students with LSAT preparation, mentorship, and academic resources, creating powerful cohorts and an innovative approach to recruiting students.

Rankings and Numbers that Matter

A+

Rating for Racial Justice

preLaw Magazine, 2024

#1

Most Racially Diverse Faculty

Princeton Review, 2024

#2

In Clinical Training

U.S. News & World Report

Need to Know

The Latest News and Events

CUNY Law Secures $6M Investment to Expand Community Space in Queens, Deepening Local Partnerships and Access to Justice

Championed by Council Member Julie Won, the project will transform a former kitchen into a hub for student learning, civic engagement, and youth programming

CUNY Law Discusses Where Our Community Stands On The First Amendment, Censorship, and Higher Education

The CUNY Law community came together for this informative presentation presented by our Faculty Professional Development Committee and vital dialogue with faculty, students, and staff.

As Chief Pro Bono Counsel, Harlene Katzman ’95 is Making the Legal System More Equitable and Fair

In celebration of Pro Bono Week, we asked Harlene to reflect on her career inspiring generations of lawyers to serve low income and vulnerable communities through pro bono work.