American University’s Washington College of Law (WCL) is a nationally and internationally respected law school rooted in a 129-year legacy of advancing justice, public service, and the rule of law. Founded by women in 1896 and located in Washington, D.C., WCL occupies a distinctive position at the intersection of law, democracy, and global impact. The law school is recognized for top-ranked programs in clinical legal education, international law, trial advocacy, health law and policy, intellectual property, and part-time legal education, supported by a dedicated faculty and an engaged, mission-driven student body of approximately 1,500 learners across J.D., LL.M., S.J.D., and M.L.S. programs.

WCL is part of American University, a student-centered research institution known for creating meaningful change locally, nationally, and globally. With an alumni community exceeding 22,000 graduates working across public service, private practice, government, corporate leadership, and international institutions, WCL combines deep loyalty with significant untapped philanthropic potential. The law school’s values-driven culture, strong alumni identity, and location in the nation’s capital create a powerful platform for engagement, influence, and impact.