The University of St. Thomas

School of Law

Why Choose UST Law?

Why Choose UST Law?

An Outstanding Legal Education

University of St. Thomas School of Law Points of Pride

  • Princeton Review's 2010 publication of The Best 179 Law Schools ranked the University of St. Thomas School of Law No. 4 in the nation for "Best Quality of Life" among students. This is the fifth straight year the University of St. Thomas School of Law has placed in the top four in this ranking.
  • The March 2008 issue National Jurist Magazine listed the University of St. Thomas School of Law seventh nationally for the percent of students going into public interest law.
  • This year the School of Law was again ranked in the third tier by U.S. News and World report.  The School of Law’s scores improved in Peer Assessment, Assessment Score by Lawyers/Judges, Undergraduate GPA, and LSAT score.
  • In 2008 the School of Law reached the $90 million mark for a fundraising total.  This money has allowed us to establish professorships, chairs, and provide financial aid for our students.  The School of Law is well on its way to the endowment goal of $100 million.
  • In the fall of 2007 the School of Law added five new professors with strong academic credentials.  These professors bring a depth of scholarship and teaching experience from highly ranked Universities on both coasts and in the Midwest.
  • In 2005, the School of Law’s Mentor Externship Program was awarded the prestigious E. Smythe Gambrell Professionalism Award by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Professionalism.