Dr. Christopher Mathis

Before becoming an assistant law professor at the University of Maryland, Dr. Mathis taught at the University of Iowa College of Law through its Iowa Law Faculty Fellowship and at the University of Virginia. He served as a Faculty Admissions Committee Liaison for the University of Iowa and the University of Maryland, evaluating applications and interviewing candidates. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Mathis' research and scholarly work has been recognized by prominent organizations such as the American Bar Foundation and the Association for the Study of Higher Education. His scholarship explores critical race theory, access and equity within higher education, and the philosophical assumptions within legal education. More pointedly, he studies the framework and incentive structures within higher education environments to identify factors contributing to inequality in our nation’s colleges and universities. 

Dr. Mathis’ research on these topics spans several legal topics, including constitutional and tort law, education law and policy, and ethics. Dr. Mathis’ work has been published or is forthcoming in several law review and peer-review journals. His recent work has appeared in the Washington and Lee Law Review, the University of Colorado Law Review, the Journal of College Student Development, and Education Sciences, among other outlets.

As a coach, Dr. Mathis focuses on identifying and addressing each student's unique weaknesses while emphasizing their strengths to create compelling applications. He takes pride in working closely with students to help them effectively articulate their experiences and aspirations, ultimately increasing their chances of success in a competitive admissions landscape. His efforts have led to numerous students gaining admission to prestigious law schools, including Columbia University, New York University, the University of Maryland, Boston University, Boston College, the University of Virginia, and others. 

Informed by his research on equity in higher education and critical race theory, Dr. Mathis’ approach is both empathetic and strategic. He understands the challenges that aspiring law students face and is committed to providing personalized guidance that fosters individual growth and development. Dr. Mathis believes in the transformative power of legal education, and his track record of guiding students to successful admissions outcomes reflects his commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive legal community.

In his free time, Dr. Mathis loves to play tennis and the piano.