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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Spring Final Registration/Fee Payment Without Penalty Friday, January 3, 2020 -
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Late Charges Begin Saturday, January 4, 2020 -
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School of Law Spring Semester Classes Begin Monday, January 6, 2020 -
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Spring Classes Begin Monday, January 6, 2020 -
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Last Day to Enroll in Classes and to Drop a Class Without a 'W' Friday, January 17, 2020 -
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Last Day to Receive 100% Tuition Refund Friday, January 17, 2020 -
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Martin Luther King Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed) Monday, January 20, 2020 -
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Last Day to Receive 90% Tuition Friday, January 24, 2020 -
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Last Day to Receive 80% Tuition Friday, January 31, 2020
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Last Day to Receive 70% Tuition Friday, February 7, 2020 -
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Last Day to Receive 60% Tuition Friday, February 28, 2020
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Spring Break (No Classes) Sunday, March 1, 2020 – Sunday, March 8, 2020 -
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Last Day to Receive 50% Tuition Refund; No Further Refunds After This Date Friday, March 6, 2020 -
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Spring Break (No Classes) Sunday, March 1, 2020 – Sunday, March 8, 2020
Upcoming Events
Stopping Traffick: How Can USD Lead the Effort to End Human Trafficking?
Wednesday, January 29, 2020 // 8 a.m.KIPJ, Room ABCD
Stopping Traffick: How Can USD Lead the Effort to End Human Trafficking?
Thursday, January 30, 2020 // 8 a.m.KIPJ, Room ABCD
Law Student Affairs: Spring 1L Check-In (two sessions available to attend)
Monday, February 3, 2020 // 12 p.m.Warren Hall, Grace Courtroom
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