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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Many different paths, one Harvard Law School
Meet some of the J.D., LL.M., and S.J.D. students joining our community this year.
September 2, 2026
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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
HLS Announcements
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RA for LPE & Public Law
Corinne Blalock is seeking a research assistant interested in LPE and public law to assist with research in critical approaches to U.S. Constitutional law and citation work for a forthcoming law review article. The position will offer an opportunity to engage with a broad swath of LPE and other critical approaches to public law. To
September 4, 2026
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Seeking RA for public international law research
The International Human Rights Clinic seeks a fall RA to research evidence around the prevalence of violations of public international law and how effective use of force has been in achieving its stated aims, as well as looking at initiatives through which civil society, courts, and coalitions of states have pushed back against ongoing pressure
September 4, 2026
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Professor Anker Hiring Research Assistants for Law of Asylum 2027
Deborah Anker, Clinical Professor of Law Emerita, is hiring assistant and senior research assistants to update the 2027 edition of Law of Asylum in the United States, the leading treatise on U.S. asylum law. Professor Anker is a prominent attorney and scholar in the field of U.S. refugee law who has published the treatise for
September 3, 2026
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Trail Advocacy Workshop (Jury Volunteers)
TAW is looking for volunteers to serve as Jury members for our mock trials. Wednesday 9/23 2:00-6:00 PM Thursday 9/24 2:00-6:00 PM Friday 9/25 2:00-6:00 PM Please reach out to Jamie Gallagher at jgallagher@law.harvard.edu for more information if you are interested.
September 3, 2026
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Prof. Alex Whiting is seeking a fall RA for international criminal law projects
Professor Alex Whiting is looking to hire an RA to work on international criminal law issues for fall 2026. The RA will assist both with writing projects and updates to the syllabus for his International Criminal Law course. Interested students should send a resume and statement of interest to Maureen Worth (mworth@law.harvard.edu) by Friday, September
September 2, 2026