The University of Detroit Mercy (UDM or UDMercy) is a private Roman Catholic university in Detroit, Michigan. It is sponsored by both the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) and the Sisters of Mercy. The university was founded in 1877 and is the largest Catholic university in Michigan. It has three campuses where it offers more than 100 academic degree programs.
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, situated in the heart of downtown Detroit, is Michigan's oldest private law school, founded in 1912 and ABA accredited since 1933. As a private Catholic institution rooted in Jesuit and Mercy traditions, it is dedicated to educating the complete lawyer by blending rigorous legal theory with extensive practical, hands-on learning, including a nationally recognized clinical program. The school emphasizes academic excellence, ethical values, and a strong commitment to social justice and service, leveraging its prime location for unparalleled access to the Detroit legal community and unique opportunities like the Canadian and American Dual JD program. Small class sizes foster a supportive environment for academic and professional growth, preparing graduates for successful careers across the US and Canada.
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