Founded in 1949, UCLA School of Law is one of the top-ranked law schools in the United States. The School grew out of state lawmakers’ sustained efforts in the 1940s to create Southern California’s first public law school — more affordable and accessible than private institutions. Its faculty are influential teachers and scholars, and its 18,000-plus alumni are leaders in government, industry, social justice, and the legal profession. The School offers students a strong foundation in the law and practical training in a collaborative, intellectually rich environment.