Graduation
Diplomas
Prior to graduation you will be notified to complete the Graduation Information form by the Office of Student Finance and Records. From the information you provide on this form this office will order your diplomas. Please review your information carefully before you submit your form. Form may be accessed at:
Graduation Information Form
Student Account Balances
Outstanding balance statements will be sent to all graduating students this first week of April. All balances must be paid in full to be eligible for graduation.
Commencement Information
Permanent Address
From the information you provide on this form the Office of Student Finance and Records will update your mailing address. Form may be accessed at:
Graduate Permanent Address Form
Close Course Type DescriptionsCourse Types
We have classified RWU Law classes under the following headers. One of the following course types will be attached to each course which will allow students to narrow down their search while looking for classes.
Core Course
Students in the first and second year are required to take classes covering the following aspects of the law—contracts, torts, property, criminal law, civil procedure, and constitutional law, evidence, and professional responsibility. Along with these aspects, the core curriculum will develop legal reasoning skills.
Elective
After finishing the core curriculum the remaining coursework toward the degree is completed through upper level elective courses. Students can choose courses that peak their interests or courses that go along with the track they are following.
Seminar
Seminars are classes where teachers and small groups of students focus on a specific topic and the students complete a substantial research paper.
Clinics/Externships
Inhouse Clinics and Clinical Externships legal education is law school training in which students participate in client representation under the supervision of a practicing attorney or law professor. RWU Law's Clinical Programs offer unique and effective learning opportunities and the opportunity for practical experience while still in law school.
