Important Dates: Fall 2025
August 4–8: Flight School for Incoming First-Year Students
A preparatory program designed to help incoming students transition smoothly into law school with early exposure to academic expectations and campus resources.
August 11–14: Orientation for First-Year Students
An engaging week of programming to welcome new students, build community, and introduce key academic and support services.
August 18: Classes Begin
The fall semester officially begins; students attend their first day of classes.
September 1: Labor Day Holiday
Campus closed in observance of Labor Day; no classes held.
September 9–12: First-Year Assessments
Initial assessments to evaluate progress and provide early academic feedback to first-year students.
September 27: PBAP 40th Anniversary Soirée
Join us in celebrating 40 years of the Performance-Based Admission Program (PBAP), a mission-driven initiative that has opened doors to the legal profession for hundreds of alumni. This special evening will honor the program’s founders and distinguished alumni while celebrating the enduring legacy of PBAP Nation.
September 29: Upper-Level Mid-Term Examinations Begin
The midterm exam period begins for upper-level students.
October 9–10: First-Year Mid-Term Examinations
First-year students complete mid-term exams to assess mastery of foundational material.
October 13: Fall Break
A scheduled break from classes allows students time for rest and reflection.
October 14: Mental Health Awareness Day
A day without classes dedicated to promoting wellness and mental health awareness.
October 16: Annual Law and Technology Symposium
The Symposium gathers lawyers, judges, academics, technologists, and students for in-depth discussions on emerging legal technology issues. Attendees will engage with expert panels and thought leaders exploring how technology continues to shape the legal profession.
October 17: Annual Law and Technology Summit
The Summit features dynamic keynote addresses and thought-provoking discussions focused on the future of law and innovation. This event highlights cutting-edge trends and fosters collaboration across legal and tech communities.
October 27: Spring Registration Period Begins
Students may begin registering for spring semester courses.
November 25: Last Day of Classes
Formal instruction ends for the fall semester.
November 26–28: Thanksgiving Holiday
No classes in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
December 1: Reading Day
A dedicated day for quiet study and exam preparation.
December 2–11: Final Exam Period
Students complete final examinations for the fall semester.