Experience life as a USD Law student
When we say USD offers the perfect climate for studying law, it’s not just about the great weather and our location in America’s finest city.
Why USD School of Law?
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Learn to practice law—by doing
Through our clinics, advocacy programs, and externships, you'll gain hands-on experience that builds your legal skills.
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Bright minds, better together
Here, you’ll benefit from a commitment to excellence grounded in our culture of collaboration.
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Study just about every area of law
Our comprehensive, innovative curriculum and specialized centers and institutes offer you unsurpassed opportunities to learn just about every area of the law -- here and abroad.
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Top notch faculty
Our curriculum is taught by our highly-ranked, internationally recognized faculty who are scholars and experts in their fields and our adjunct faculty, who, as leading practitioners and judges in San Diego, bring their practical skills and experience into your classes.
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Alumni network over 14,000 strong
Upon graduation, you'll join our network of more than 14,000 successful law alumni across diverse practice areas and industries. With graduates that dominate both the public and private sectors of San Diego’s legal community and throughout the U.S., a USD Law degree connects you across the country.
Academic Calendar
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1Friday
Last Day to Receive 60% Tuition Friday, March 1, 2019 -
3 – 10Sunday – Sunday
Spring Break (No Classes) Sunday, March 3, 2019 – Sunday, March 10, 2019 -
8Friday
Last Day to Receive 50% Tuition Refund; No Further Refunds After This Date Friday, March 8, 2019 -
10 – 10Sunday – Sunday
Spring Break (No Classes) Sunday, March 3, 2019 – Sunday, March 10, 2019
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5Friday
Last Day to Withdraw Friday, April 5, 2019 -
19 – 22Friday – Monday
Easter Break (No Classes, Offices Closed Friday) Friday, April 19, 2019 – Monday, April 22, 2019 -
23Tuesday
Monday Classes Meet in Lieu of Tuesday Classes to Make Up for Classes Missed Because of Holidays Tuesday, April 23, 2019 -
24Wednesday
Friday Classes Meet in Lieu of Wednesday Classes to Make Up for Classes Missed Because of Holidays Wednesday, April 24, 2019 -
24Wednesday
Last Day of Spring Classes Wednesday, April 24, 2019 -
25 – 28Thursday – Sunday
Study Period (No Classes) Thursday, April 25, 2019 – Sunday, April 28, 2019 -
29 – 10Monday – Friday
Spring Examination Period Monday, April 29, 2019 – Friday, May 10, 2019
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10 – 10Friday – Friday
Spring Examination Period Monday, April 29, 2019 – Friday, May 10, 2019 -
17Friday
School of Law Commencement Mass Friday, May 17, 2019 -
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2019 School of Law Commencement Mass Friday, May 17, 2019 // 4 p.m. -
18Saturday
School of Law Commencement Saturday, May 18, 2019 -
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2019 School of Law Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 18, 2019 // 9 a.m. -
31Friday
Summer Session Registration/Fee Payment Without Penalty Friday, May 31, 2019
Upcoming Events
Paul A. McLennon, Sr., Honors Moot Court Competition Final Round and Awards Dinner
Wednesday, March 27, 2019 // 6 p.m.Warren Hall, Grace Courtroom and La Gran Terraza
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 // 5:30 p.m.RJS Law 303 A Street, Suite 400 San Diego, CA 92101
San Diego Alumni Reception at Seasons 52
Thursday, April 4, 2019 // 6 p.m.Seasons 52 - The Headquarters at Seaport
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