NYLS's Extraordinary Commitment

NYLS has an extraordinary commitment to academic excellence.

Our academic programs allow our students to develop a solid foundation in the substantive knowledge and professional skills needed to represent clients responsibly and effectively. We are continually expanding our academic programs with the offerings of our Academic Centers and Institutes. We invite you to explore some of our distinguishing characteristics:

New York Law School is a special place because the diversity of the NYLS community helps to prepare students for the complexities of the modern workplace. Notable facts include:

  • Our student body reflects the diversity found in New York City.
  • NYLS has attracted students who are already successful and well established in professional careers. Our student body includes doctors and nurses, newspaper editors, police officers; it includes students with substantial experience in the financial services, media and real estate industries. These students will begin their legal careers with an unmatched breadth of real world professional experiences.
  • Our students range from ages 20 to 56.
  • Our students come from more than 250 undergraduate schools and 15 foreign institutions.
  • Many of our students are fluent in different languages – from Spanish, to Russian, Urdu and Mandarin and many more.

As you explore these pages, the Employer Relations Team is always ready to help you reach out to students with the particular combination of experiences, courses, clinics, and Academic Center affiliations that will best address your recruiting needs.