You Belong at HLS
Student life at HLS extends well beyond the classroom. Explore opportunities to connect with classmates, find support, get involved, and make the most of living and studying in Cambridge.
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Courses 500+
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Student Organizations 90
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Student Journals 17
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Clinics, Externships & SPOs 47
[HLS] taught me so much about friendship, inclusion, what the law is, and what the law should be.”
—Jessica Zhao ’22
Getting Started and Navigating HLS
Find Community and Get Involved
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.
Get Support
“There’s a huge support system that’s here to help you.”
—Nicholas Gonzalez JD ’24
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The Well: Health and Wellness at HLS
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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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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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.
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Accessibility Services Resources
Harvard Law School is committed to the full inclusion of students with disabilities in the life of the University.
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Academic & Personal Support
The Dean of Students and Office of Community Engagement, Equity, and Belonging (DOS-CEEB) can assist with information and referrals for academic support, including facilitating accommodations or other support in the event of personal or medical emergencies.
“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
DOS-CEEB Office
From Orientation through Commencement, Dean of Students and Office of Community Engagement, Equity, and Belonging (DOS-CEEB) 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-CEEB!
HLS Announcements
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Election Mis/Disinformation Response Network Volunteer Opportunity – Kickoff Webinar Sept 14
Kickoff Webinar on Monday, September 14 | 12:00 PM ET In partnership with Voter Protection Corps, Lawyers for Good Government is launching a network to identify and respond to election-related mis- and disinformation before it spreads. Volunteers monitor social media, flag concerning content, and support rapid response — all under the supervision of an election
September 11, 2026
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Research Assistant for Professor Mack
Professor Mack seeks a research assistant to help with the application of artificial intelligence tools to research for forthcoming book about the Presidency of Barack Obama. Interested students should send a resume to Kathy McGillicuddy, kmcgill@law.harvard.edu.
September 9, 2026
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Research Assistants for Professor Mack
Professor Mack seeks research assistants to help with source checking and editing for forthcoming book about the Presidency of Barack Obama. Interested students should send a resume to Kathy McGillicuddy, kmcgill@law.harvard.edu.
September 9, 2026
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Memorial Hall/Sanders Theatre Fall 2026 Event Staff Job
Posted on behalf of the Office for the Arts at Harvard Memorial Hall at Harvard University is hiring Event Staff for the fall semester and beyond. Application deadline: Friday, September 18th, 5:00pm The Memorial/Lowell Hall Complex (home of Sanders Theatre, Annenberg Hall) at Harvard University seeks additional Event Staff to support a busy calendar of
September 8, 2026
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HLS CR-CL is now accepting student writing submissions for FALL 2026!
The Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Law Review is now accepting student writing submissions for Volume 62, Issue 2. We will accept submissions from AUGUST 29TH, 2026, until OCTOBER 7TH, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST. All submissions should be made through the form linked on our website; we will not accept submissions via email. Please submit
September 8, 2026