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Talking to Law Admissions

We're here to assist you. Please reach out to any of us at any time — we are happy to assist in any way!

Our Office Hours

We are always available by phone or email, but members of our staff will also be in-person throughout the week. 

Our Staff

Michael Donnelly-Boylen
Associate Dean for Enrollment & Strategic Initiatives
mdonnelly-boylen@rwu.edu

Kate Vieira
Director of Admissions
kvieira@rwu.edu

Yulyana Torres
Associate Director of Admissions & Diversity Pipelines
ytorres@rwu.edu

Clifford, Wendy
Admissions Coordinator
wclifford@rwu.edu

FAQs

How do I request a copy of my application? 
Please email our Admissions Coordinator, Wendy Clifford, with any questions or requests about your application. 

Who do I speak with about Character & Fitness questions?
After September 1, all Character & Fitness questions should be directed to the Office of the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.  In order to scheduled an appointment with Dean Brown, please email Kelly Bidawid at kbidawid@rwu.edu

How do I become a Student Admissions Counselor? 
Please email our Associate Director of Admissions and Diversity Pipelines, Yulyana Torres, at ytorres@rwu.edu for information about the Student Admissions Counselor program.  

Where can I learn more about financial aid options?
Please visit the Financial Aid Office, at this page.

Where can I learn about RWU Law's commitment to diversity in admissions?
You can start exploring here.                                                 

Close Course Type Descriptions

Course 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.