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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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  • Student Organizations 100+
  • Student Journals 17
  • 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

“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!

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HLS Students in the News

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HLS Announcements

  • Research Assistant — Professor Tarullo

    Professor Tarullo is looking for a research assistant for the Spring Semester to work on a couple of projects related to financial regulation, one of which also has an administrative law angle. If you are interested, please submit a resume, along with a letter or email noting relevant courses and/or work experience, to his faculty

    January 6, 2026

  • Join a Spring 2026 Clinic!

    Did your spring schedule fall through? Do you need to meet the HLS Pro Bono Graduation Requirement? There is still limited time to join a clinic for the Spring 2026 semester!

    January 5, 2026

  • Future of Work Study Group – Spring 2026 Application

    Posted on behalf of The Project on Workforce Applications are now open! Submit your application by the priority deadline of Sunday, January 11, 2026 (11:59 PM ET) The Project on Workforce at Harvard hosts a cross-university study group for current Harvard graduate students that brings together a diverse group of students across different Harvard schools

    January 5, 2026

  • Research Assistant on Climate Justice in Africa

    The Program on Law and Society in the Muslim World is seeking a research assistant to start in January. The RA will assist with research and writing on issues related to the human rights obligations of African States in the context of climate change. Strong writing and editing skills are required. Some familiarity with the

    January 2, 2026

  • LGBTQ+ Advocacy Clinic seeking interns for J-term to edit Transgender Decarceration Manual

    LGBTQ+ Advocacy Clinic is seeking law student interns to spend 10 hours per week during J-term to edit our forthcoming Transgender Decarceration Manual. This is a fully remote role with extremely flexible hours. Students will be supervised by Clinical Instructor Deborah Lolai. To apply, please email Deborah Lolai at dlolai@law.harvard.edu

    December 18, 2025

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HUHS Announcements

  • 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

  • Update your mailing address

    Update your mailing address Don’t miss out on any correspondence regarding your health or dental insurance. Be sure to keep your mailing address. Most students can update their local/mailing address directly through my.Harvard. If you are unable to update your address via my.Harvard, please contact your Registrar’s office to request the changes. Once the update……

    February 6, 2023