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Education Law and Policy

LAW - Education Law and Policy

Education Law and Policy

The field of education law and policy is complex, evolving and wide-ranging. The Education Law and Policy Institute builds the knowledge-base and skills of our students to serve the educational needs of children through the law.

Curriculum

A comprehensive and integrated curriculum in education law, including courses in:

  • Education law and policy
  • Fundamentals of school law
  • Special education law and advocacy
  • Labor and employment law in the education workplace
  • Legal issues in school discipline

Additional resources for students

  • Experiential learning through simulation courses, field placements, and direct representation
  • An extensive network of fellow students and alumni who are passionate and knowledgeable about education law and policy issues

Resources for the community

  • An educational advocacy program that provides information and representation to parents and students in school discipline, bullying, and special education matters
  • Professional development, events and research on timely and important issues in the field

News and Stories

SUFEO members

High stakes

Students in Stand Up for Each Other (SUFEO) advocate for PreK-12 students.

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Top in the Country for Education Law Courses

Loyola Chicago was found to offer more education law courses than any other law school surveyed.

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Education Law and Policy Institute's 2023 Report

Highlighting the Institute's local and national impact.

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The field of education law and policy is complex, evolving and wide-ranging. The Education Law and Policy Institute builds the knowledge-base and skills of our students to serve the educational needs of children through the law.