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For more than 130 years, the University of Tennessee Winston College of Law has prepared students to be skillful and ethical professionals who are committed to serving the public good.
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Transfer Students
First-year law students at other institutions may apply to transfer to the University of Tennessee College of Law to complete their legal training.
Lighting the Way in Legal Education
29th
Among Public Law Schools
2025 U.S. News & World Report
Legal Clinic
7th
Among Public Law Schools
2025 U.S. News & World Report
10th
Among Public Law Schools Business & Corporate Law
2025 U.S. News & World Report
96%
of entering class awarded scholarships
2025
Best Value Law School
PreLaw Magazine
Meet the Class of 2028


“Winston Law is a hidden gem tucked away in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. As you consider which law school you will attend, you will hear tales of how intimidating and unwelcoming law school can be. Winston Law is nothing like what you would expect law school to be and everything you want it to be. The magic of practical hands-on education and the collegiality of the law school community makes Winston Law the perfect place to learn how to become an excellent practitioner of the law and a conscientious leader who cares deeply about making your community a better place for all.”
Alé Dalton
Winston Law Class of '16
“My education at Winston Law prepared me to hit the ground running as an attorney by providing experiential components to my doctrinal courses. Additionally, my experience in the advocacy clinic allowed me to gain the full experience of representing a client, advocating for their needs, and seeing their case through to a positive resolution.”
Johnelle Simpson
Winston Law Class of '21

2025-2026 Important Dates & Deadlines
September 1, 2025
Fall 2026 Admission Application Opens
December 1, 2025
Tennessee Early Decision Application Submission Deadline
March 1, 2026
Transfer Early Decision Application Submission Deadline
March 27, 2026
Admitted Students Day
July 1, 2026
Regular Transfer Application Submission Deadline
View the Full 2025-2026 Calendar




Winston Law Fast Facts







Based on 2025 1L class (August 2025) and ABA required disclosures.
Become a Law Vol
For more than 130 years, the University of Tennessee Winston College of Law has prepared students to be skillful and ethical professionals who are committed to serving the public good.
Start your application to join the Volunteer family!

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Transfer Students
First-year law students at other institutions may apply to transfer to the University of Tennessee College of Law to complete their legal training.
Click here

Lighting the Way in Legal Education
29th
Among Public Law Schools
2025 U.S. News & World Report
10th
Among Public Law Schools Business & Corporate Law
2025 U.S. News & World Report
2025
Best Value Law School
PreLaw Magazine
Legal Clinic
7th
Among Public Law Schools
2025 U.S. News & World Report
97%
of entering class awarded scholarships

“My education at Winston Law prepared me to hit the ground running as an attorney by providing experiential components to my doctrinal courses. Additionally, my experience in the advocacy clinic allowed me to gain the full experience of representing a client, advocating for their needs, and seeing their case through to a positive resolution.”
Johnelle Simpson
Winston Law Class of '21
2025-2026 Important Dates & Deadlines
September 1, 2025
Fall 2026 Admission Application Opens
December 1, 2025
Tennessee Early Decision Application Submission Deadline
March 1, 2026
Transfer Early Decision Application Submission Deadline
March 27, 2026
Admitted Students Day
July 1, 2026
Regular Transfer Application Submission Deadline
View the Full 2025-2026 Calendar

Winston Law Fast Facts







Based on 2025 1L class (August 2025) and ABA required disclosures.

“Winston Law is a hidden gem tucked away in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. As you consider which law school you will attend, you will hear tales of how intimidating and unwelcoming law school can be. Winston Law is nothing like what you would expect law school to be and everything you want it to be. The magic of practical hands-on education and the collegiality of the law school community makes Winston Law the perfect place to learn how to become an excellent practitioner of the law and a conscientious leader who cares deeply about making your community a better place for all.”
Alé Dalton
Winston Law Class of '16
Contact Us
Admissions & Financial Aid
1505 W. Cumberland Ave.
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
Phone: 865-974-4131
Office: Suite 161
E-mail: lawadmit@utk.edu
Contact Us
Admissions & Financial Aid
1505 W. Cumberland Ave.
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
Phone: 865-974-4131
Office: Suite 161
E-mail: lawadmit@utk.edu