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Raising the Bar

RWU Law grads historically turn in strong bar exam performances. In July 2012, first-time takers passed Rhode Island at 86%, Massachusetts at 86% and Connecticut at 90%, beating the state average in all three. Read more...

Flexible Graduation

Earn a J.D. degree in 2.5 years with RWU Law’s Accelerated Graduation Program or choose our flexible scheduling options to earn your degree in four years.

Top-Rated Faculty

RWU Law ranks among top New England law schools as measured by faculty publications in the 50 most prestigious law journals. Among New England law schools, only Yale, Harvard, Boston University, and Boston College rank higher. Read more...

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05/24/2013
I often use this blog to talk about the amazing array of experiential learning opportunities that RWU Law is able to offer as the only law school in Rhode Island. But as we approach our 20th...


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Pro Bono Collaborative Cocktail Reception
MAY
30
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Citizens Plaza Rotunda
Philadelphia Area Law Alumni Reception
JUN
06
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Open House for Admitted Students
JUN
10
9:15 am - 1:30 pm
RWU Law, Ten Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI 02809
Law Alumni Association Breakfast/School of Law 20th Anniversary Celebration Kick-off
JUN
13
7:45 am - 9:15 am
Rhode Island Convention Center, First Floor West Lobby, Providence
Bridging The Gap: Restart and Recharge Your Legal Career
JUN
20
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
RWU School of Law