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Attendance Requirements
The Law School's policy on attendance is based on the premise that regular communication between the professors and the students is a significant part of the learning process. Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings from 6 - 9 P.M. PST.
Student attendance is required and attendance is taken at all classes. A minimum of 80% of all class sessions must be attended in order for a student to pass the class.
Interruptions in attendance due to illness, work or personal emergency will be handled on a case-by-case basis between the student and instructor, with consultation from the administration.
Continuous Enrollment
Students are required to maintain continuous enrollment. Failure to maintain continuous enrollment may result in academic dismissal from the Law School. Each school year will consist of a minimum of 48 weeks of continuous education, and a minimum of 864 hours of preparation a year.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from the California School of Law and receive a Juris Doctorate degree, students must have a minimum of 864 hours of study over 48 to 52 consecutive weeks a year for 4 years. Students must also pass the First Year Law Students’ Exam.
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