The University of North Carolina School of Law was founded in 1845 and is part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the oldest public university in the nation. The law school became a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools in 1920, and it has been accredited by the American Bar Association since 1928.
Over the past 180 years, Carolina Law has become one of the premiere law schools in the country, preparing outstanding lawyers and leaders to serve the people and institutions of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. Its over-11,000 alumni practice in every area of the law.
The law school offers a comprehensive curriculum with a robust experiential program. It is home to numerous clinics, centers, and initiatives that prepare graduates for all areas of practice, while also giving back to the community through representing those in need, conducting research, and preparing policy proposals. The graduating class regularly has 100% participation in pro bono.