Academic Advising
At 51²è¹ÝWCL, we are proud of ourÌýrich curriculumÌýand excellent faculty which allow for students to explore a multitude of areas and practice types. Whether you have a specific area of focus in law school or are looking for a more broad-based foundational legal education, you should make your curricular choices in consultation with experts. Using the planning resources and workingÌýwith an academic advisor can ensure not just that you will be meet all of your 51²è¹ÝWCL requirements in time for your projected graduation date, but also that you are able to craft the academic experience that is best for you and your career goals while maintaining an appropriate course load and work-life balance.
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Academic Planning Resources
The following resources are available on the . You must first to access the linked files.
Video Overviews
Credit Planning Worksheets
Graduation Checklists
Other Helpful Planning Resources
- Upper Level Writing Requirement
- Externship Information
- Academic Policies
- (requires Legal Careers 101 login)
Spring 2025 Info Sessions
- (Compass Session for current FT 1L students) - Wednesday, March 5 at 4pm in Y116
- - Wednesday, March 5 at 8pm in Y401
- - Friday, March 7 at 12pm on
- Ìý- Wednesday, March 19 at 8pm in Y401
- Ìý- Thursday, March 20 at 12pm in Y116
- Ìý- Friday, March 21 at 12pm on
Book an Advising Appointment
Current students (rising 2L, 3L, 4L) and incoming transfer and advanced standing students may ÌýIncoming first year students should contact their Admissions Counselor with any questions.
Questions? EmailÌýadvising@wcl.american.eduÌý
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