USD Law Consumer Info
USD School of Law's Drug Abuse Prevention Policy
The USD School of Law has, in support of the Drug-Free School and Communities Act Amendment of 1989 and the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, adopted and implemented a program to prevent the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on school premises or during any of its activities. It is the intent of the University to provide a drug-free, safe and secure environment for employees and students. Alcohol and drug information publications and assistance are available from the offices of Alcohol and Drug Education (Hahn University Center 221) and the Employee Assistance Program (Maher Hall 127).
Retention of Students
Provisions of the Higher Education Amendments of 1976 require that institutions provide information regarding retention of students. According to data regarding a five-year average (2000-2004), over eighty-five percent of law students who started their study during that period graduated. This data does not indicate that a number of those students who did not return were eligible to re-enroll. For additional information please refer to the ABA Book of Law Schools.
Confidentiality of Student Records
Information submitted by students on the FAFSA and other financial aid applications or documents are held in confidential files within the Financial Aid Office.
Under the provisions of the Federal Family Educational Rights Privacy Act of 1974, students have a right to review the information in their financial aid files. Parental information submitted on the FAFSA will not be shared with the student unless permission is granted by the parents in writing.
The right of inspection is available to students who are or have been in attendance at the USD School of Law. In accordance with the Privacy Act, parents cannot have access to student files except for the financial information which they submitted, unless permitted in writing by the student. Information collected is not made available to others unless its transfer is appropriate to the purpose for which it was collected (e.g., aiding the student).
Students who wish access to their files should submit a request in writing to the Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid. A convenient time will be arranged for review.
Nondiscrimination Policy
The University prohibits discrimination against current or prospective students and employees on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. The University does not by this non-discrimination statement disclaim any right it might otherwise have to maintain its commitment to its Catholic identity or the doctrines of the Catholic Church.
Average Student Loan Debt
Approximately 85% of our student body accesses various loan programs. During the
2005-2006
academic year, the average graduating student borrowed approximately
$92,076
from a variety of federal, institutional and private sources.
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