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201 Ratings

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“Great school!”
July 2020FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Great jesuit education - they care about your professional career and future, while also maintaining a commitment to training the individual.

Downers

Very large - can feel lost if you're not a self-directed person.

Comments

The pro move is to stay off campus the first year.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Good place to be!”
January 2020FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

I thought there were a lot of opportunities and a lot of nice people.

Downers

I guess perhaps the class size can hurt you a bit during OCI.

Comments

If you are interested in doing internships during the year, there are many opportunities to do so.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Great Learning Environment”
September 2019FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Quality faculty, variety of course offerings, chill atmosphere, access to opportunities being in the nation's capital, rich and long-standing tradition and culture.

Downers

The cost. Tuition is high and the cost of living in DC is high.

Comments

If you get in, go. Gtown attracts amazing people from diverse backgrounds so you'll never be lacking in thought-provoking conversation. Grades are important but not the only thing that matters, so you're more likely to enjoy the learning process. Also, professor generally treat you as an equal.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Very pleased and proud”
January 2019FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Solid legal education in a great location. Enjoyed learning more about the students and staff

Downers

Nothing negative to report. I enjoyed my experience. Close proximity to everything

Comments

Apply early to increase your chances of being admitted. Visit the school.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Gtown Law”
November 2018FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Number of offerings, classes, externships, clinics.

Wide network of lawyers

Downers

Felt a bit like a mill, hard to know exactly what is going on

Comments

Is a fantastic choice for any legal career. Network will be very helpful.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Georgetown Tax LLM Program”
May 2018FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Wide variety of professionals in the programs - with many of the professors being top experts in their field.

Downers

Majority of classes were after 5pm to accomodate working professionals

Comments

Take some time to carefully consider where you live - some areas of DC are still pretty dangerous

Would You Recommend

Yes

“GULC Review”
March 2018FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Fantastic faculty, particular in areas of constitutional and administrative law as well as legal theory.

Downers

Very large university, can be lost in the mix. Clerkship program is a shambles.

Comments

Being in DC really is priceless. Ability to network yourself for internship opportunities.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Leader in DC”
July 2017FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Countless opportunities available to work on the hill and work in government while in school. All star caliber professors. Clinical programs are top notch.

Downers

Class sizes are too large. If someone isn't outgoing, it is easy to get lost in the shuffle. Administrative bureaucracy can be a pain at times..

Comments

When comparing Georgetown with similarly situated schools, consider its location in DC, the opportunities available on and off campus, and the professors that you're able to learn from.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Great Tax LLM Program”
February 2017FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

The adjunct professors (majority of LLM faculty) are subject matter experts in the areas they're instructing. DC is the epicenter for federal tax, and it's no surprise you will get access to the best and brightest minds.

Downers

Most courses are at night, presumably to accommodate the adjunct faculty.

Comments

I have friends that attended NYU, and based on what I've heard from them, I would choose Georgetown again.

Would You Recommend

Yes

“Georgetown Law”
November 2016FORMER STUDENT
Uppers

Unbelievable access to DC's practical learning resources. Clinical programs that provide up front experience to develop students before they begin practicing. Elite law school with multiple specialty areas.

Downers

Too many students. Because of the need for student volume, compromising on admissions including lower LSAT scores since 2010.

Comments

If you want to have a wide range of clinical and practical learning opportunities, there is no better school. Around 40% get large law firm jobs and 25% get prestigious public sector jobs.

Would You Recommend

Yes

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