Northern Illinois University College of Law
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| Northern Illinois University College of Law | |
| Motto | Discover the Difference |
|---|---|
| Established | 1975 |
| School type | Public |
| Dean | Jennifer L. Rosato |
| Location | DeKalb, IL, Illinois, United States |
| Enrollment | 313 |
| Faculty | 34 |
| USNWR ranking | Tier 4 |
| Bar pass rate | 95% (2008) |
| Annual tuition | $11,938 (resident), $21,940 (non-resident) |
| Website: | http://law.niu.edu |
| ABA Profile | Profile |
Northern Illinois University College of Law is a law school in DeKalb, Illinois. The College offers the Juris Doctor degree in both full-time (three year) and part-time programs.
[edit] History
The College was originally Lewis University College of Law in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, founded in 1975. It became part of Northern Illinois University in August 1979, and moved to the DeKalb campus, taking up residence in Swen Parson Hall. It is the only public law school in the greater Chicago area.
[edit] Public Interest Service
In evaluating law schools for the extent of their faculty diversity, The Princeton Review in its 2008 edition of Best 170 Law Schools ranked Northern Illinois University College of Law among the top ten law schools in the country. In 2001, the college received the Excellence in Pro Bono and Public Interest Service Award. The college was also ranked first in the nation for government placement according to U.S. News and World Report. Approximately one-third of its graduates choose a career in public interest, including more than 50 alumni in the judiciary. Since its inception, the college has had approximately 3,000 graduates.
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