Purpose. Mentorship. Real Legal Experience.
Whatever your starting point, the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law helps you turn purpose into practice, through hands-on experience, mentorship from practicing lawyers, and real connections across Arkansas’s legal system.
Explore Your PathFind the Law Degree That Fits Your Life and Goals
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to change or advance your career, Bowen Law offers flexible, practice-ready pathways
to earn your J.D. and lead in courtrooms, boardrooms, and communities.
Full-Time Program
Earn your J.D. through a full-time experience designed to build strong legal skills, professional confidence, and purpose-driven momentum from day one.
Part-Time Program
Designed for working adults and career changers, Bowen’s part-time, in-person program offers the same legal rigor and hands-on training — on a schedule that works for you.
A Legal Education That Pays Off
At Bowen Law, value isn’t just about cost — it’s about what you gain. Our students graduate with less debt than the national average and enter the workforce with real legal experience, strong bar passage rates, and lasting connections to Arkansas’s legal system.
Whether you’re pursuing public service, private practice, or policy leadership, Bowen equips you to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose.
Purpose in Practice: Stories from Bowen Law Students
Meet the students turning their legal education into leadership, service, and impact — across Arkansas and beyond.
Ready to Start Your Legal Career?
Take the next step toward a legal education that prepares you to lead in courtrooms, boardrooms, and communities.
Bowen News
- Bowen Law announces $500,000 gift from alumnus Sam Perroni
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law announced a $500,000 … Bowen Law announces $500,000 gift from alumnus Sam Perroni - Ruth Whitney: The Whole Picture
From Arkansas public service to national jury consulting and emerging technology, Bowen Law alumna Ruth Whitney ’90 has built a … Ruth Whitney: The Whole Picture - Arkansas Supreme Court Honors Legacy of Bowen Professor John Cook
The Arkansas Supreme Court has paid tribute to the late Professor John L. Cook of the UA Little Rock William … Arkansas Supreme Court Honors Legacy of Bowen Professor John Cook - Bowen Law Announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Honorees
LITTLE ROCK (Oct. 13, 2026) — The UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law will honor three alumni … Bowen Law Announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Honorees