Law Schools in New Jersey
Rutgers Law School
Location
Rutgers Law School has campuses in Newark and Camden, New Jersey.
History
Founded in 1908, Rutgers Law School is a premier public law school with a commitment to public service and a reputation for academic excellence. It merged its Newark and Camden campuses in 2015 to create a unified law school offering diverse opportunities and resources. Rutgers Law School is known for its comprehensive curriculum, extensive clinical programs, and strong connections to the legal communities in New Jersey and beyond.
Facts
- Established: 1908
- Type: Public
- Affiliation: Rutgers University
U.S. News Ranking of the University
Rutgers Law School is ranked #91 among law schools by U.S. News & World Report.
Number of Students
The law school enrolls approximately 1,100 students across its two campuses.
Degrees Offered
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at Rutgers Law School is around 45%.
Average LSAT Score
The median LSAT score for admitted students is 156.
5 Famous Alumni and Who They Are
- Elizabeth Warren – U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
- James Florio – Former Governor of New Jersey
- Robert Menendez – U.S. Senator from New Jersey
- Madeline Cox Arleo – United States District Judge for the District of New Jersey
- Stuart Rabner – Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court
Names of Top 5 Companies or Organizations that Hire the Most Graduates in Recent Years
- Lowenstein Sandler LLP
- McCarter & English, LLP
- Prudential Financial, Inc.
- New Jersey Attorney General’s Office
- Gibbons P.C.
Seton Hall University School of Law
Location
Seton Hall University School of Law is located in Newark, New Jersey.
History
Established in 1951, Seton Hall University School of Law is a private Roman Catholic institution that prides itself on its dedication to academic excellence, ethics, and service. The law school offers a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, providing students with numerous opportunities for clinical experience, externships, and involvement in legal practice.
Facts
- Established: 1951
- Type: Private
- Affiliation: Roman Catholic
U.S. News Ranking of the University
Seton Hall University School of Law is ranked #70 among law schools by U.S. News & World Report.
Number of Students
The law school enrolls approximately 800 students.
Degrees Offered
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at Seton Hall University School of Law is around 48%.
Average LSAT Score
The median LSAT score for admitted students is 158.
5 Famous Alumni and Who They Are
- Chris Christie – Former Governor of New Jersey
- Michael Chagares – Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
- Dennis M. Cavanaugh – Former United States District Judge for the District of New Jersey
- Mary L. Cooper – United States District Judge for the District of New Jersey
- Kim Guadagno – Former Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey
Names of Top 5 Companies or Organizations that Hire the Most Graduates in Recent Years
- McCarter & English, LLP
- Lowenstein Sandler LLP
- Gibbons P.C.
- Prudential Financial, Inc.
- New Jersey Attorney General’s Office
