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William Mitchell in 52 Words: The top-ranked clinical program in the region. A national leader in teaching theory and realworld skills. Robust externship and mentoring programs. Faculty who are teachers, scholars, and practitioners. A large and supportive alumni base. A commitment to helping students learn through community service. That’s William Mitchell College of Law. That’s practical wisdom.

Since its founding in 1900, William Mitchell has been providing a practical, skills-based education to students from all walks of life.

With professors who actually practice the law as well as teach it, a curriculum that teaches theory, skills, and professionalism, and a commitment to public service, Mitchell has established itself as the law school for the real world.

Practical wisdom: Knowledge of the law—and the skills to put it to work in the real world

Why wait until you’ve graduated to start doing the work of a lawyer?

By the time you graduate, you’ll have practical wisdom and be ready to hit the ground running.

At Mitchell, you’ll learn to understand legal rules and principles. And you’ll get hands-on, experiential learning opportunities through the top-ranked clinical program in the region, an expansive externship program, and courses that require you to read statutes, write briefs, and construct compelling arguments in the courtroom.

You can work as a licensed studentattorney, provide legal representation to those who otherwise couldn’t afford it, and do the work of a lawyer—before you’ve earned your J.D.

Work closely with professors who

treat students as colleagues.

Mitchell professors are accomplished scholars and lawyers. Their research has shaped important judicial rulings. They’ve worked at top law firms and Fortune 500 companies. And they’ve argued before the U.S. Supreme Court.

But first and foremost, they are teachers, mentors, and advocates for their students, who they view as future colleagues. At Mitchell, professors and students coauthor law review articles, work together on legal research, and collaborate to shape public policy.

Mitchell professors have a reputation for being accessible, helpful, and committed to their students’ success—inside and outside the classroom.

Our alumni give you

an advantage.

They form a powerhouse network in the region. They are proud of their alma mater and supportive of our students.

More than 11,000 strong, Mitchell alumni can be found working at large and small law firms, start-up businesses and Fortune 500 corporations, and non-profit and government agencies.

When you enroll at Mitchell, you gain access to professionals who will offer opportunities for real-world experience, meaningful relationships with leaders in the profession, and people who can connect you with job opportunities after you graduate.

We understand your needs,

responsibilities, and goals.

Mitchell offers a robust merit scholarship program that helps you manage your investment in a legal education.

Last year, 100 percent of all incoming students received a renewable scholarship.

We are committed to making law school accessible to a diverse mix of students.

We are the only law school in the region to offer flexible scheduling. You can attend full time or part time, take classes during the day or evening, and craft a schedule that works for you—switching between the full- and part-time schedules as work, family, and life’s schedules change.

It’s about the quality of your life—

now and in the future.

Located in the heart of Minnesota, Mitchell is a short drive from the downtowns of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

The region is a thriving business center with a growing creative class. It’s home to law firms large and small, and Fortune 500 companies including Target, 3M, and Medtronic. And it offers an array of cultural and entertainment options, including world-class theater, museums, professional sports, and music venues.

The best way to learn more about William Mitchell is to visit us.

Meet with an admissions representative, tour campus, sit in on a class, and talk to current students, professors, and alumni.

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wmitchell.edu 651-290-6476 admissions@wmitchell.edu

Office of Admissions 875 Summit Avenue St. Paul, Minnesota 55105 888-962-5529 wmitchell.edu 01168 2013-06