Indiana University Law School
They say that once you set foot in Indiana University Law School, you're a step closer to a more fulfilling career in the field of law. But, of course, this is more than just a hearsay as Indiana University Law School is continuously hailed as one of the top 100 law schools in the country. The law school actually found success in preparing its law students for a world of opportunities through civic leadership and law practices. As such, Indiana University Law School had prominent personalities in its list of alumni. This includes senators, house representatives, and other government officials such as a state secretary and a former U.S. vice-president. (1)
Two law schools operate under the Indiana University System-- the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis and the one in Bloomington. Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis used to be an evening division, while the University School of Law in Bloomington offered full-time classes as a day division of the Indiana University System. (2) Law schools under the Indiana University System have now earned their own academic standing in the field of law education.
Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
Also known as IU Law �" Indy, this law school takes pride in being named as one of the largest law schools in Indiana. According to U.S. News & World Report, Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis is currently on the 85th place in the top 100 list of law schools in the country.
It was in 1944 when Indiana University took interest in buying Indiana Law School as part of its growing educational system. Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis then offered full-time and part-time educational programs. To date, it has 8,000 alumni who now work for the government, prestigious law firms, business organization, and even in other countries. (3) The law school has various study programs including the J.D. (Juris Doctor), LL.M. (Master of Laws), and S.J.D. (Doctor of Juridical Science) degree. Joint degree programs are also available for an MBA and J.D. degree. Other courses include Public Affairs, Arts in Philosophy, Public Health, Library Science, and Health Administration. (4)
Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington
First established in 1842, this division of Indiana University Law School is among the oldest law schools in the country. It also has one of the largest library resources up to 750,000 volumes, making it the best U.S. library in 2004 according to National Jurist Magazine.
Indiana University Law School in Bloomington also has wide-range law degree programs including, J.D., LL.M, S.J.D., and combined Master's and J.D. degrees. Because of its remarkable clinical programs and brilliant members of the faculty, it is number 36 in the current list of the top 100 law schools by U.S. News & World Report. (5)
Literary Citations & Article References:
(1) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana_University_School_of_Law_-_Bloomington
(2) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana_University_School_of_Law_Indianapolis
(3) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana_University_School_of_Law_Indianapolis