The Bar Exam, The bar exam is offered twice per year – once in February and once in July. It is generally a two-day examination, although it lasts three days in some jurisdictions. There are two types of bar exams: UBE (Uniform Bar Examination) and non-UBE. UBE exams are always the last Tuesday and Wednesday of February and July. Most non-UBE jurisdictions follow the UBE’s schedule., Bar Exam Application, Every state has its own application and materials to apply to sit for the bar exam, so the relevant forms and materials can be found on the states Board of Bar Examiners website. Many states allow e-filing of applications now, so you will need to create an account with the state’s servicer. Some states require that all materials, bar exam application and character and fitness application, be…
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Roger Williams University requires all law students (JD and MSL) to have adequate health insurance coverage. Roger Williams University has partnered with University Health Plans to offer a comprehensive Student Health Insurance Plan for our students. All School of Law students (JD & MSL) are automatically enrolled in and billed for the University's Student Health Insurance Plan. Students who…, All students are required to complete an online enrollment or waiver form by August 17, 2026. Students who do not complete an online waiver will be automatically enrolled in and billed for the University’s Student Health Insurance Plan., For detailed information about the University’s Student Health Insurance Plan, and to enroll or waive coverage, please visit University Health Plans, 2026-2027 Plan Information:, Coverage Period: August 14, 2026 – August 13, 2027 Annual premium: $3,418 Deadline to waive coverage: August 17, 2026, Enrollment and Waiver Process:, Please visit University Health Plans to enroll or waive coverage. Students will need their student ID number and date of birth. New students will receive their student ID numbers via email in mid-June. If you have questions about the University's student health insurance plan enrollment or waiver process, contact University Health Plans at 800-437-6448 or info@univhealthplans.com . If you are…, WAIVER REQUIREMENTS, If a student is currently insured under another insurance policy that is comparable to the RWU Student Health Insurance Plan and does not wish to have coverage under the University sponsored plan, the student may waive out of the insurance by completing the, waiver form by August 17, 2026., It is important you review your current insurance policy to confirm it meets the following criteria: Your plan must be ACA compliant. Your plan must provide insured benefits for doctors, hospitals, labs, pharmacies and behavioral health providers in Rhode Island. Services must be accessible in Rhode Island near the Roger Williams campus.
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Pursuant to, and in compliance with Title 38 United States Code Section 3679(e) School Compliance Form. Students eligible for Chapter 31 or 33 Veteran benefits will not be accessed any late fees, denied access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities if the student was unable to meet financial deadlines due to delayed disbursement of VA Funding. Students should submit their…
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Payment of Charges & Registration for Courses , Tuition and Fees are payable before the beginning of each semester, August 1st for the Fall, May 15th for Summer and January 2nd for the Spring Semesters. Payment may be made in cash or personal check in person at The Office of Student Finance and Records. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and electronic checking/savings account payments may be made through the RWU Student Account…
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This card can also be utilized as an on-campus Debit Card. Students can place funds on their Student ID anytime anywhere using their computer or smartphone. For more information see the flyer. To begin adding funds now go to the GET FUNDS website The minimum required is $25., Use your Card at:, School of Law Bistro Other dining areas on campus Campus Bookstores Any Debit Card balance left over from the school year, unless otherwise indicated by the student, will remain in the Debit Card account for use during the next school year. A student may request the Debit Card balance be transferred to his/her tuition account if a tuition balance is outstanding. At the end of the academic year,…
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Join fellow RWU Law Alumni, Washington, DC Semester-In-Practice law students, and meet Dean Gregory W. Bowman for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in Washington, DC! Reception & Cash Bar Busboys and Poets Davis Room 450 K St. NW Washington, District of Columbia Kindly RSVP by March 18, 2027 Register - RWU Law Washington, DC Reception - March 23, 2027, Special Accommodations, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact the Office of Programs & Initiatives, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made chorne@rwu.edu
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Accept Financial Aid Package (online), The Office of Financial Aid has received your FAFSA, and it has been reviewed to determine eligibility for federal student loans. Carefully review the aid package to determine the amount of federal student loans you will need to borrow to cover tuition, fees, books/supplies, and living expenses. In order to receive the aid offered, please accept yours at Roger Central . This financial aid portal…, Complete Federal Loan Entrance Counseling, Loan Entrance Counseling Loan Entrance Counseling is required for all first-time Federal Direct Loan borrowers. , Complete Master Promissory Note, A Master Promissory Note Master Promissory Note (MPN) is required for all first-time Federal Direct Loan borrowers. , Check Your Credit Now, To prepare for the federal changes effective, July 1, 2026, , students who may need private loans to bridge the $50,000 annual cap should proactively monitor their credit. Unlike federal loans, private lenders rely heavily on credit history to determine both eligibility and interest rates. , Request Free Reports:, Access your official reports from the three major bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) via AnnualCreditReport.com., Determine Co-signer Needs:, Many law students with limited credit history will require a co-signer to qualify for private loans., Secure Better Rates:, A higher credit score can unlock significantly lower interest rates than the standard federal rates. , Recommended Action Plan, Request Free Reports:, Access your official reports from the three major bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion ) via AnnualCreditReport.com., Monitor Your Score:, Use tools like myFICO myFICO myFICO to understand how lenders view your creditworthiness., Correct Discrepancies:, If you find errors, contact the credit reporting agencies directly to update your file before you apply for loans., Consolidate Applications:, When you are ready to apply, submit all private loan applications within a, two-week window, to minimize the impact of multiple "hard inquiries" on your score. , Submit Verification Forms, Submit all documentation as requested by the Office of Financial Aid. Disclose any outside scholarships or funding assistance., Veterans: Submit Certification of Enrollment, This must be submitted to the Office of Student Academic Services so the VA can process your GI Bill benefits., Title IV Authorization Form , Please complete the Title IV Authorization Form if you would like to use your federal student loans to pay your "non-institutional charges." These charges can include health fees, bookstore charges, parking permits, library fines, and parking fines. If you have enough financial aid to cover your current term charges and have excess financial aid that you would like to apply to pay off a prior…, Receiving a Financial Aid Refund (Title IV Funds), If your federal financial aid (Title IV funds) exceeds your tuition, fees, and other authorized charges, the remaining balance will be issued to you as a refund. Refunds are processed after financial aid has been disbursed and applied to your student account. Refunds are processed through U.S. Bank. Once a refund is ready to be issued, you will receive an email from U.S. Bank with instructions…, Zelle® Transfer, – Receive your refund using your RWU email address or U.S. mobile phone number., Direct Deposit, – Have your refund deposited directly into your bank account. Once your payment preference is established, future refunds will be sent using the option you selected unless you update your preferences.
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Sponsored by the Roger Williams University School of Law Student Bar Association, , 6:00 PM Meet & Greet 7:00 PM Dinner and Dancing Omni Providence Hotel One West Exchange Street Providence, Rhode Island , Omni Providence Hotel, Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine dining, music, and dancing as we celebrate tradition, achievement, and the next generation of legal professionals., OVERNIGHT SPECIAL ROOM RATE, A limited number of overnight rooms are available at a reduced nightly rate of $184 at the Omni Providence Hotel. Reservations may be made directly by calling Omni Reservations Line at 402-952-6646 and mentioning the 2027 RWU Law Barrister’s Ball Room Block. Online room reservation link., All room reservations must be made before Wednesday, January 13, 2027., EVENT TICKET REFUND POLICY, RWU Law Barrister's Ball tickets may be refunded if the request is received in writing to lawevents@rwu.edu by January 29, 2027. The University Ticket processing fees are forfeited., SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for this event should contact the Office of Law Programs at lawevents@rwu.edu , as soon as possible, but no later than 72 business hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements may be made.
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The Northeast Association of Pre-Law Advisors (NAPLA) is hosting a 3-day conference for pre-law advisors that will include critical updates, programs for new and veteran advisors, and the opportunity to connect with law school admissions teams and exhibitors from across the pre-law advising profession. The conference will be held from, June 8-10th, 2026, in, Providence, Rhode Island, , with Tuesday sessions running at RWU School of Law . For more information and to register, please visit the NAPLA Conference website . , SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact RWU Law Admissions, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made at kvieira@rwu.edu
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