Welcome to Baylor Law School: Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow
At Baylor Law School, we have proudly upheld a tradition of excellence in legal education since 1857. Long before the term “practice-ready” became a popular buzzword in legal education, we set the standard by equipping our students with a powerful blend of analytical, problem-solving, and professional skills—preparing them for the ever-evolving landscape of legal practice.
SETTING THE STANDARD
Baylor Law School is a leader in legal education.
- We’re proudly ranked third in Advocacy by U.S. News & World Report,
- First in the percentage of Super Lawyers by National Jurist,
- Third nationally in full-time law job placement, and
- known for consistently high bar passage rates.
Our rigorous curriculum develops exceptional lawyers who are sought after by courts, businesses, and government agencies for their practical skills and professionalism.
LEADING THE WAY SINCE 1857
Formally organized in 1857, Baylor Law School has a rich history as the second university west of the Mississippi to teach law and the first official law school in Texas. Our pioneering spirit led to the introduction of the “Practice Court” in the 1920s, a revolutionary concept that became the benchmark for practical training among law schools. Today, Baylor Law is recognized as "the Marine Corps of law schools,” leading the way in legal education. Our carefully calibrated curriculum, rooted in a strong foundation of legal theory, provides the nation’s most in-depth training ground for the practice of law. Students develop the character, maturity, and skills needed to lead clients and become influential leaders in their professions and communities.
AHEAD OF THE CURVE
Baylor Law School boasts one of the most magnificent, spacious, and technologically advanced facilities. The Sheila and Walter Umphrey Law Center opened in 2001, is architecturally stunning, spanning three levels and 128,000 square feet. Situated on the beautiful campus of Baylor University, on the banks of the Brazos River in Waco, Texas, our state-of-the-art facilities reflect our commitment to excellence in legal education.
THE MISSION OF BAYLOR LAW SCHOOL
As the economic model of law firms evolves, Baylor Law School stands at the forefront, addressing the changing landscape of legal practice. Our mission is to bridge the gap between theory and practice, recognizing the need for fundamental skills in today’s legal profession. Firms seek graduates who are not just well-versed in legal theory but also possess the practical training required to excel in the workforce.
Baylor Law School’s Mission Statement
A LEGACY WOVEN INTO AMERICAN LAW
The history of Baylor Law School is woven into the fabric of American Law. Our legacy includes generations of distinguished Baylor Lawyers who became justices, mayors, governors, federal judges, directors of the FBI, and members of the United States Congress. Our tiny law school, with a mission to prepare students for honorable service, has grown into one of the premier law schools in America.
Join us at Baylor Law School, where tradition meets tomorrow, and embark on a journey of unparalleled legal education and professional growth.
