You Belong at HLS
“If we have a critical mass of people saying ‘yes, I worked my tail off, but I also had a lot of fun, and I was in an environment where I found my niche, I found good friends, I built lasting relationships, and I was part of a community’? That’s a win to me.”
Stephen Ball ’10, Dean of Students, HLS
Studying law is a collaborative endeavor at Harvard Law School. We work together to create a student-centered environment in which learning is inspiring, transformative, and supportive. We know you will strengthen the HLS community and we want you to be strengthened by it.
Our goal is for you to thrive in every aspect of your experience at Harvard Law School.
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Courses 500+
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Student Organizations 100+
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Student Journals 17
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Clinics, Externships & SPOs 47
Housing in Cambridge
Your life at Harvard Law School unfolds within a major research university, giving you access to a world-class campus: unparalleled libraries, acclaimed museums and theaters, enriching extracurricular activities, and a wider community of diverse and engaged students.
You have access to everything Harvard has to offer.
[HLS] taught me so much about friendship, inclusion, what the law is, and what the law should be.”
—Jessica Zhao ’22
Student Activities
Walk into any gathering of an HLS student organization and you’ll encounter a remarkable spectrum of life experiences and perspectives. You will find your people.
Inclusion, Belonging, and Student Services
“There’s a huge support system that’s here to help you.”
—Nicholas Gozales JD ’24
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Inclusion and Belonging
An essential humanity nurtures our deeply connected community. Participate in all that HLS has to offer in a diverse environment of trust and mutual respect.
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Advising and Mentorship
It’s about commitment, empathy, and support. Most of all, advising and mentoring is about mutual inspiration. Explore opportunities on campus and for your career through the guidance and experience of the broader HLS community.
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Health and Wellbeing
Studying law is rewarding, but graduate studies can be stressful. From physical health and athletic activities to mental and emotional support, HLS offers resources for body, mind, and spirit.
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Student Services Offices
Whether you’re looking for information about academic support, health and well-being, accessibility, or assistance balancing school and family, you have resources.
“The [HLS] community has been a place where I’ve really found not only a voice, but a sense of companionship and friendship that I’m going to miss and cherish for the rest of my life.”
—Emily Chazen ’22
Dean of Students Office
From Orientation through Commencement, DOS staff are here to support you. Whether you have a quick question, a more serious personal or academic concern, or just need guidance or support, contact or stop by DOS!
HLS Students in the News
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Immigration clinic students receive Skadden Fellowships
Julio Colby ’24 and Sara Kamouni ’24 have been selected as recipients of the Skadden Fellowship.
April 26, 2024
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Tax Litigation Clinic students help low-income taxpayers in disputes with IRS, state
According to students in Harvard Law School’s Tax Litigation Clinic, helping indigent clients resolve their tax problems is as much about social justice as it is about the IRS.
April 15, 2024
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Spring break pro bono work across the country
While classes took a pause, legal work continued for students participating in spring break pro bono trips to San Diego, California and Clarksdale, Mississippi.
March 29, 2024
HLS Announcements
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Teaching Fellows Wanted for Fall Legal Profession Course
Lecturer on Law, David Hoffman is looking to hire two 3L or LLM students to work with him as Teaching Fellows for his fall course, Legal Profession: Collaborative Law. Please reach out to him at dhoffman@blc.law if you are interested. Thank you!
April 22, 2024
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Teaching Fellows Wanted for Professor Tarullo
Professor Tarullo will be hiring several students as Teaching Fellows for his Legislation & Regulation course this Fall. Interested students should send an indication of interest, along with a resume and unofficial transcript to dtarullo@law.harvard.edu.
April 22, 2024
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John M. Olin AY25 Fellowships in Law and Economics
Students wishing to apply for a John M. Olin Fellowship in Law and Economics for AY 2024-2025 may obtain information and application instructions on the Olin Center’s website: http://www.law.harvard.edu/programs/olin_center/fellowships.php 2L and 3L, JD students and SJD Harvard Law School students are eligible for the fellowships, as well as PhD students at Harvard University who
April 18, 2024
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Alan Raul Seeking Research Assistant for Digital Governance, Privacy, AI, and Cybersecurity
Lecturer on Law Alan Raul is seeking a Research Assistant on US and international public policy, enforcement, and litigation developments to prepare for seminars on “Digital Governance: Privacy, AI and Info Tech” and “Cybersecurity Risks, Rules and Responsibilities.” Please submit a brief statement of interest and CV to araul@law.harvard.edu.
April 16, 2024
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Job Opportunity: Fall 2024 TAW Teaching Fellows Needed
Professor Dehlia Umunna is looking to hire six TAW Teaching Fellows to help with the Fall Trial Advocacy Workshop which will take place from September 3 – September 20, 2024. Position Summary: The Trial Advocacy Workshop is a three-week intensive course for upper-level law students. The course runs from 2pm – 9pm each day and
April 16, 2024
HUHS Announcements
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Student Health Insurance Plan Changes
Effective February 1, 2024, the Student Health Insurance Plan removed visit limits on outpatient mental health therapy, psychopharmacology visits, and clinic and doctors’ office visits (diagnostic/specialty/sick). All other benefits remain the same. Learn more about your Student Health Insurance Plan benefits….
January 29, 2024
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New Specialty Pharmacy
Starting January 2024, AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy will be part of the SHIP specialty network. Learn more about AllianceRx Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy…
December 11, 2023
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Harvard University Student Health Program (HUSHP)
Health insurance can be confusing and costly if you don’t know how the plan works. Learn more about how HUSHP works and the plan’s benefits….
October 21, 2023
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Flu Vaccine Coverage
The Harvard University Student Health Program provides coverage for the flu vaccine. Here’s where and how you can get your shot covered…
October 20, 2023
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Your HUSHP Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield) ID Card
Download the MyBlue Member App for instant access to your Insurance ID card and other health care information. Learn more about ID cards…
October 20, 2023