You Belong at 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 90
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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 Gonzalez 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
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 Students in the News
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Harvard Law student wins 12 games on ‘Jeopardy!’
Harvard Law and Kennedy School student Caleb Groen earned a place in the Tournament of Champions and ‘super-champion’ status after his recent Jeopardy! run.
July 23, 2026
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US Soccer VP and Harvard Law student Goldberg Crenier reflects on soccer in America
Nathán Goldberg Crenier discusses how he balances his studies at Harvard Law School while serving as U.S. Soccer’s vice president during 2026 World Cup.
June 18, 2026
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Emily Berry, Divya Kumar honored with Kristin P. Muniz Memorial Award
Emily Berry ’26 and Divya Kumar ’26 are the recipients of the 2026 Kristin P. Muniz Memorial Award, bestowed in memory of a beloved Criminal Justice Institute senior clinical instructor to honor students who exemplify her commitment to justice and superb client-centered representation.
May 26, 2026
HLS Announcements
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American Indian Law & Tribal Justice Independent Clinical Opportunity
This externship offers current law students and exceptional pre-law undergraduates an opportunity to study American Indian law through supervised work connected to tribal government and court practice and court development.
August 7, 2026
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Democracy Protection Initiative Internship Fall 2026
Common projects will include creating content for the Democracy Protection Initiative, supporting advocacy partnerships, and assisting in Government Accountability Project’s work defending democracy.
August 7, 2026
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Postdoctoral Fellow in Neurolaw starting September 2027
The Neurotech Justice Accelerator at Mass General Brigham (NJAM) is partnering with the Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology, and Bioethics at Harvard Law School to hire a Postdoctoral Senior Fellow in Neurolaw. A detailed position description is available here, and applications can be submitted online here. Priority deadline is 9/15/26.
August 4, 2026
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Teaching Assistant (TA) Opportunity – Center for Bioethics
The Harvard Medical School Center for Bioethics is seeking Teaching Assistants to support two Fall 2026 virtual courses in the Master of Science in Bioethics program: (1) Health Law, Policy, and Bioethics, taught by Brendan Abel and Aaron Kesselheim (Wednesdays 7-8:30pm, full semester), and (2) Pharmaceutical Ethics, taught by Daniel Eisenkraft Klein and Leah Rand (Wednesdays
August 4, 2026
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GLAD Law Independent Clinical Internship
GLAD Law is seeking to host independent clinical law students who want direct experience advancing LGBTQ+ civil rights.
August 3, 2026