University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law educates lawyers who are committed to justice and service to others. This tradition has been going on for more than 100 years. Detroit Mercy Law, a Jesuit-based school, offers a rigorous intellectual education that integrates theory, doctrine, ethics, and real-world experiences. The Detroit Mercy Law campus is located in downtown Detroit's most vibrant legal community. It is also just steps from the U.S./Canada border. Students can easily connect with community leaders, employers, and a connected alumni network of more than 9,000. The School's partnership is built on a Jesuit philosophy, which honorstheir obligation as Jesuits to provide a place for students to give back to their community through externships ortheir nationally-recognized clinical program. Our commitment to truly educating the complete lawyer is evident in the many ways that Detroit Mercy Law alumni have contributed to their communities and served the rule of the law.