Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law
Higher EducationPennsylvania, United States201-500 Employees
Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, founded in 1953, is a higher education institution that trains students for the competitive legal market. Guided by a philosophy that situates law at the intersection of business, it emphasizes academic study, professional skills, and practical training through six in-house clinics and more than 200 externships. The school describes its community as one of scholars who seek truth, uphold ethical principles, and pursue social justice. The curriculum is rigorous and innovative, offering the JD program alongside several dual degree options, including JD/LL.M. in International Studies, JD/MBA, JD/MPA, and JD/LL.M. in Taxation. More than 40 student organizations and a network of nearly 11,000 alumni support student and professional development, and the faculty includes internationally renowned scholars, educators, and practitioners. Located on the Villanova campus in Pennsylvania, the law school is part of a mid-sized higher education institution with ongoing campus developments, including Villanova University's 2024 acquisition of a 112-acre Cabrini Campus in Radnor and related renovations.