Founded in 1900 as Florida’s first law school, Stetson University College of Law has been producing outstanding lawyers, judges and other leaders for more than 100 years. This tradition of excellence is important at Stetson, but we also are responsive to the ever-changing needs of our students and the legal profession.

The College is experiencing a period of significant growth, including a new part-time evening division and a diverse range of specialty offerings. The College nevertheless remains small enough to provide a close and caring community environment with individual attention given to student needs. Stetson students are not numbers; instead, we know them as individuals with unique backgrounds, needs and goals. Located in a secure and pleasant beachfront town near a major metropolitan area, Stetson students enjoy a high quality of life both on campus and in the community.

A Stetson education is one that emphasizes skills training and professionalism as crucial complements to our mix of traditional and cutting-edge doctrinal courses. Stetson graduates have a solid foundation in the skill sets necessary to “hit the ground running.”

Our faculty members are passionate about teaching. They have open-door policies; they coach advocacy teams and advise student organizations. They are established scholars who bring their expertise to the classroom. They are true mentors and role models for our students.

Stetson offers a welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment in which students can develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the 21st Century. At Stetson, we put people first. We hope you will consider joining our community.

Darby Dickerson 
Vice President and Dean
Stetson University College of Law