Jacksonville University announced February 28 plans to establish a college of law in downtown Jacksonville, supported by private funding and a $5 million public investment commitment of Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry.

The Jacksonville University College of Law plans to launch classes in the fall of 2022 with an expected inaugural class of 20-30 students and a projected total enrollment of 150 students in fall 2024, according to a press release from the university.

“We are proud to partner once again with Mayor Curry and the City of Jacksonville to propel Northeast Florida toward a stronger future,” said Jacksonville University President Tim Cost. “We thank them and our partners for their support. We believe this is the role of a responsive and agile university in a city like ours — to move decisively on opportunities that lift the entire community and to forge partnerships that serve the greater good.”