South Texas College of Law is the next step in building your future. We want to see you succeed in your quest for the best legal education available and are confident that's what we can provide. The quest for a legal education will prove to be a great challenge and intellectual adventure. You will form new relationships with faculty members, administrators, and classmates who share your professional goals. With nearly 60 full-time faculty members, another 40 adjunct professors and a highly trained staff, South Texas has developed a rich educational tradition I know you will be proud to be part of. You are on your way to a very rewarding future, and we are here to help you each step of the way.
Dear Admitted Student:
Congratulations on your admission to South Texas College of Law! We are confident South Texas will exceed your expectations for an outstanding legal education by providing a supportive, rigorous, and diverse academic environment where learning the law and mastering professional skills go hand in hand.
South Texas is uniquely situated in the center of Houston, the fourth largest city in the U.S., at the hub of major business, legal, political, and cultural activities. Just blocks from the Harris County Courthouses and walking distance from hundreds of major law firms, boutique firms, and solo practitioners, South Texas provides the perfect location for launching your legal career.
Nationally known for our Advocacy program and the teaching of litigation skills, South Texas provides students with access to all aspects of a legal practice. Three other Centers of Excellence give students the chance to experience real world practice. Learn alternative dispute resolution through the Frank Evans Center for Conflict Resolution; develop business and transactional skills through the Transactional Skills Center; and gain valuable insights about the opportunities available in business through the Corporate Compliance Center.
With facilities created to provide the optimum learning experience and the tools needed in today’s legal profession, South Texas assures a solid foundation for its students. I encourage you to explore our website, contact us with your questions, and visit the campus as you make this vital educational decision.
We are eager to assist you in any way we can.
Sincerely,
Donald J. Guter
President and Dean
