Highly respected faculty members and comfortable atmosphere in the College of Law have placed it among the nation’s most outstanding law schools, according to a survey by the Princeton Review.

DePaul was cited by the New York-based education services company, which surveyed students in the 2008 edition of its guidebook “Best 170 Law Schools."

The rating was based on a survey of more than 18,000 students attending 170 American Bar Association approved law schools that were profiled in the book, and on institutional data provided by the schools. The survey asked students questions about themselves, their career plans and their school’s academics, student body and campus life.

DePaul was recognized for its professors, who students said provide a unique academic resource, and for its satisfied students. In the survey, students reported that DePaul’s law professors represent a “global viewpoint” and are “distinguished practitioners within the Chicago legal community.” Students praised the College of Law’s administration, distinguishing it as being “extremely helpful and always available.”

The College of Law was also noted for its friendly atmosphere where students speak fondly of each other and claim not to engage in “fierce and undue competitiveness.” According to the survey, students reported that “you won’t find anyone hiding a book in the library so only they have access to it.”