MC Law Earns Gold Military Friendly® Schools Top 10 Grad School Designation

MC Receives Silver Status for Ongoing Support of Military-Connected Students

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:06am

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A vibrant, abstract silkscreen print featuring a repeated military service medal or insignia in a grid pattern, using bold neon colors and heavy black outlines to transform the iconic symbol into a modern pop art piece.MC Law's recognition as a top military-friendly institution celebrates the service and sacrifice of its student veterans.Clinton Today

The Mississippi College School of Law has earned the 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation and was recognized in the top 10 as a Gold Level graduate school. MC has also been awarded the 2026-27 Silver Level Military Friendly® School designation for its ongoing support of military-connected students.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights MC Law's commitment to providing exceptional legal education and comprehensive support to military-connected students, helping them advance their careers and continue their service in new and meaningful ways. It also demonstrates MC's leadership in innovating and expanding support for the military community.

The details

MC Law Dean Emeritus Jim Rosenblatt said the 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation is 'most appropriate' for MC Law, which welcomes veterans, sends graduates on to military service, supports the military through its Veterans' Clinic, and hosts military-themed speakers and programs. MC Law Dean John Anderson, a former U.S. Marine, noted the special meaning of this top 10 designation for him, given the sacrifices of service members.

  • MC Law earned the 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation.
  • MC received the 2026-27 Silver Level Military Friendly® School designation.

The players

Jim Rosenblatt

MC Law Dean Emeritus, who has been instrumental in the process of earning the Military Friendly® School designation.

John Anderson

MC Law Dean and former United States Marine.

Teresa Hill

Director of military and veteran student services at MC.

Frank Rosenblatt

MC Law Associate Professor who previously served in the U.S. Army JAG Corps.

Anna Beckett

First Lieutenant and member of the MC Law JAG program, Class of 2025.

Gabe May

First Lieutenant and member of the MC Law JAG program, Class of 2025.

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What they’re saying

“This 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation is most appropriate for MC Law, which welcomes veterans to its classrooms, sends its graduates on to military service, supports the military through its Veterans' Clinic, and hosts speakers and programs with a military theme. The military occupies a prominent and integral place at MC Law and receives the endorsement of the faculty, staff, and students. MC Law is military-friendly.”

— Jim Rosenblatt, MC Law Dean Emeritus

“As a former United States Marine, MC Law's Top 10 2026-27 Military Friendly® School designation has special meaning for me. I know the sacrifices our service men and women make for our country, and I am so pleased MC Law is being recognized for showing our appreciation for our military through clinics, services and programming.”

— John Anderson, MC Law Dean

“MC's military population exemplifies courage, leadership, tenacity, endurance and resilience. Being rated a 2026-27 Military Friendly® School indicates that, through measurable standards, Mississippi College offers its military population an exceptional academic environment that aligns with its values.”

— Teresa Hill, Director of military and veteran student services at MC

What’s next

MC plans to open a Military and Veterans Center on the Clinton campus in fall 2026 to provide a dedicated space for military-connected students to connect with each other and access resources.

The takeaway

MC Law's recognition as a top 10 Military Friendly® School demonstrates its ongoing commitment to supporting military-connected students and serving those who have served our country. This designation highlights MC's leadership in innovating programs and services to help veterans and active-duty personnel succeed in their academic and professional pursuits.