Dear Students, Please note that the Spring 2027 Convocation date has been posted. The change is now reflected in the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar: University Commencement May 13, Th Convocation May 18, T (updated 10/21/2026)
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JD Degree Requirements
As noted on the Law School’s website in the J.D. Regulations and Requirements section, students must complete the following to graduate with the J.D. degree: • A minimum of 83 credits. Please note that if you have taken a class outside of …
Registration for 1L Electives begins Monday, October 26 at 1:30 pm EST
Dear Students, The JD 1L Elective Cycle begins Monday, October 26 at 1:30 pm EST. Here are some helpful tips: 1.) Enter your cell phone and emergency contact information in Albert. 2.) Make sure you don’t have any outstanding …
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2027-2028 Academic Calendar
The 2027-2028 Academic Calendar is now posted on the Law School website at https://www.law.nyu.edu/registrar/academicservices/academiccalendar/2027-2028-academic-calendar Please remember that both Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 will be thirteen-week semesters. Also keep in mind that: In Fall 2027, classes will begin on …
Spring 2027 Daily Cycles #1 begins Friday, October 9 at 1:30 pm EST
Dear Students, Spring 2027 Daily Cycles #1 begins Friday, October 9 at 1:30 pm EST. Please make adjustments to your spring 2027 schedule if you so desire. This daily add/drop cycle will run each business day through Friday, October …
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Deadline to Drop a Course Ending in October or November
Dear Students, If you are taking a course which ends in October or early November, the deadline to drop that course is the last day the class meets. Once the class has ended, you will only be permitted to …
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Full-time NYU School of Law Students Who Are Called for Jury Duty
Full-time NYU School of Law students are eligible to request a deferment of their jury duty service. If you receive a summons for jury duty to serve when classes are in session, bring the original summons to your program office no later …
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JD Degree Requirements
As noted on the Law School’s website in the J.D. Regulations and Requirements section, students must complete the following to graduate with the J.D. degree: • A minimum of 83 credits. Please note that if you have taken a class outside of …
September 28: Deadline to Register for Fall 2026 Writing Credit & Directed Research
Dear Students, The fall 2026 deadline to add an Option A Writing Credit and Directed Research is Monday, September 28, 2026. If you are interested in registering, you must follow the instructions here and get the approval of the …
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JD Credit/Fail Option Now Available for Designated Fall 2026 Classes
2L and 3L JD students can now elect the Credit/Fail option for designated Fall 2026 classes. Students may elect this option or change their election via Albert until Monday, November 30 at 11:59 pm. REQUIREMENTS 2L and 3L students …
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