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Albany Law School

Albany Law School

Albany, NY · City
4
Year
Private Non-profit
City
Accredited by American Bar Association
About

As the oldest independent law school in the United States, Albany Law School is renowned for its exceptional integration with New York’s legal, legislative, and political hubs. The institution excels in government law, health law, and public interest, leveraging specialized hubs like the Government Law Center and a strategic affiliation with the University at Albany. Students experience a focused, career-driven culture fueled by robust hands-on learning, including extensive legal clinics and extensive externship opportunities within nearby state agencies and courts. This unique capital-city positioning endows graduates with an influential regional network and direct pathways into public service, policy, and private practice.


Wikipedia:Albany Law School is a private law school in Albany, New York. Founded in 1851, it is the oldest independent law school in the nation. It is accredited by the American Bar Association and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and has an affiliation agreement with University at Albany that includes shared programs.

Location
Albany, NY, 12208 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
ALB · Albany
7 mi away
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Institutional
Endowment
$81M
Classification
Special Focus (Other)
Full-time faculty
59%
Avg faculty salary
$11,612/mo
Instructional spend/student
$20,686

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