USC Gould School of Law — Attraction in Los Angeles

As a ℅ 2018 alum, I can wholeheartedly say that my time here was nothing short of exceptional. USC Gould equips you with the legal knowledge, skills, and network to thrive in the professional world.

The faculty's commitment to its students was exceptional and they were genuinely invested in our success. The small class sizes allowed for opportunities to have personal interactions with your peers and make meaningful lasting connections.

USC Gould's location in Los Angeles also provides unique opportunities. The school's strong ties to the LA legal community opens doors to internships, clerkships, and networking events that were instrumental in shaping my legal career. Whether it’s working at top law firms, public interest organizations, or in-house corporate legal departments, USC Gould's network is invaluable and second to none in Southern California.

The school's commitment to diversity and inclusion was evident throughout my time there. USC Gould fosters an inclusive environment where students from diverse backgrounds can collaborate and learn from one another. It's a testament to the school's dedication to producing well-rounded, ethical lawyers who will succeed in the real world.

The USC Gould community is tight-knit and supportive. I formed lasting friendships and the alumni network is strong and accessible, and offers ample guidance and opportunities even after graduation.

In addition to its academic rigor, USC Gould also emphasized the importance of pragmatic legal training and offers programs such as the business law certificate.

Overall, USC Gould School of Law prepared me for the challenges of the legal profession and it's a place where excellence meets opportunity. I am immensely grateful for my time there. Choosing USC Gould was one of the best decisions I made in my legal career....

Apparently, my bachelors degree was not good enough for them to accept. Yet Penn State and Cornell University felt my bachelors degree was perfectly acceptable. I was interested in Gould MLS program because the others had a schedule that just didn’t work with my work schedule. Of all the law programs and schools I’ve looked at, this is literally the only one that would not accept...

The school overall is alright I would say. However, from the outside, it looks terribly ugly and the library on the second floor has restricted hours on certain weekends that make everything inconvenient. Especially for those who want to use the library and are not law students even though the library is...