Vermont Law and Graduate School has, once again, been named among the top environmental law schools in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.
The school earned this recognition for its outstanding commitment to environmental legal education, academic excellence, and dedication to shaping future leaders in the environmental field.
"For more than 30 years we have ranked as one of the top environmental law programs in the country," said Jennifer Rushlow, dean of the Maverick Lloyd School for the Environment and faculty director of the Environmental Law Center at Vermont Law and Graduate School. "We have long been leaders in the field, and this achievement highlights our unwavering dedication to educating future environmental law changemakers."
Established at Vermont Law and Graduate School in 1978, the Environmental Law Center is home to the nation's most comprehensive environmental law program. It includes six legal clinics, seven centers and programs, more than 60 courses related to the environment and environmental law, and 76 environmental faculty.
Students are empowered to explore the intersection of law, policy, and advocacy in addressing complex environmental issues using a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach. From climate change and renewable energy to biodiversity conservation and environmental justice, students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective environmental advocates, leaders, and changemakers.
Graduates of the environmental law program work on the frontlines of environmental advocacy, energy and climate justice, animal law and protection, and the sustainable food movement. Upon completion of their studies, students don’t just go on to be lawyers; they become advocates, leaders, and trailblazers fighting to ensure that environmental law serves all communities.
Vermont Law and Graduate School's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and its emphasis on environmental law and social justice sets it apart as a forward-thinking institution shaping the future of legal practice and environmental advocacy. The supportive community and collaborative environment empower students to positively impact society through the practice of law.
As Vermont Law and Graduate School celebrates this latest recognition, it remains steadfast in its commitment to providing an exceptional legal education that prepares graduates to address the most pressing challenges facing our world today.
For more information about environmental programs at Vermont Law and Graduate School, including degrees, joint environmental master’s/JD programs, and clinical training, visit the Environmental Law Center.