Redefining excellence in legal education, scholarship and practice

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    3.88
    Median JD GPA
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    94%
    Bar Passage Rate
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    43
    Countries Represented
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    96.44%
    Employed in 10 months
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    172%
    Increase in Student Aid

Local Roots, Global Reach

Southern California’s first law school, USC Gould stands at the forefront of legal education, innovation and impact.
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    3.88
    Median JD GPA
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    94%
    Bar Passage Rate
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    43
    Countries Represented
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    90.67%
    Employed in 10 months
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    172%
    Increase in Student Aid

Recent News

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Mentor inspiration

Professor Jessica Clarke motivated by clerkships, writing and research

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Beyond the bread and butter issues

Professor Adam Zimmerman sees mass torts law as doorway to learning

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USC News Q&A with Elyn Saks: ‘My mind is my best friend and worst enemy’

Elyn Saks is a renowned legal scholar and a skilled educator. She’s also a fierce advocate for mental health who evaded a dire prognosis after being diagnosed with schizophrenia at age 28.

Choose Your Path

JD Program

At the forefront of legal education, our Juris Doctor (JD) provides an enriching learning environment that prepares students to become tomorrow’s leaders in law and society.

Master's Degrees

Learn the law and redefine your career through our graduate and international programs — for lawyers or professionals in any career or role.

Undergraduate Programs

Explore the role of law and its impact on society with our bachelor’s degree and minors, designed for a new generation of interdisciplinary leaders.

Graduate Certificates

Deepen your knowledge to meet your career goals with a certificate — either standalone or concurrently with your degree — from one of the country’s premier law schools

Leaders and Lawyers

Meet the students, faculty and alums of USC Gould
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Composing a contract

With Small Business Clinic, Bryce Bark JD 2023 helps a small Los Angeles symphony with legal details
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Celebrating the Legacy of PCJP’s Michael Brennan

Recently retired Professor Michael Brennan’s passion for justice for deserving clients is matched only by his commitment to educating and empowering young lawyers
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A new legacy

Interim Dean Franita Tolson looks forward to cultivating change, while carrying on USC Gould’s tradition of excellence

Practice with Purpose

Change lives and gain hands-on experience representing clients through clinics, practicums and externships.

Build Your Community

One of USC Gould’s hallmarks is our collaborative and supportive community. Benefit from Gould’s small class sizes, student support programs, robust career and academic services, and 40+ student groups.

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Study in the heart of Los Angeles

The entertainment capital of the world — at your doorstep. Located at the University Park Campus, USC Gould is convenient to Downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood, home to some of the nation’s biggest legal markets.