The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

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A Top 5 Best Value private law school (preLaw) and 2023 Best Law School (Princeton Review), The University of Tulsa College of Law delivers an academically rigorous and professionally impactful JD program, featuring an expansive experiential learning program through both Tulsa-based clinics as well as internship and externship opportunities with over 200 partner organizations in 26 states.

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93.4% Placement Rate

9:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

More Than 100 Years of Legal Excellence

A Top 5 Best Value private law school (preLaw), 2023 Best Law School (Princeton Review), 2024 Top University Promoting Societal Peace and Justice (Times Higher Education), The University of Tulsa College of Law delivers an academically rigorous and professionally impactful JD program, featuring an expansive experiential learning program through both Tulsa-based clinics as well as internship and externship opportunities with over 200 partner organizations in 26 states. TU Law graduates are in the Top 20 for ultimate bar passage (ABA) and go on to rewarding careers across the country.

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My goal in law school was to take advantage of all the fantastic opportunities to understand different areas of law better. The Public Defenders Clinic allowed me to grow my advocacy skills while helping real clients.
Cheyenne Barnard JD '23