2023 - 2024
Student Handbook
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Mission, Vision, & Core Values
Chapter 2: Commitment to Diversity
Chapter 3: Administrative Overview
Chapter 5: Degree Requirements
Chapter 6: Academic Eligibility & Changes of Enrollment
Chapter 7: Classes & Academic Calendar
Chapter 12: Student Code of Conduct
Chapter 13: Student Grievances
Chapter 14: Financial Information
Chapter 15: Bar Examination and Character & Fitness
Chapter 16: Student Rights to Privacy & FERPA
Chapter 17: Other Policies & Resources
Alcohol, Substance Abuse, and Smoking Policies
Relationships Between Law Faculty & Law Students
Handbook Authority
The Wake Forest University School of Law implements this Student Handbook to guide students in the policies and procedures needed to navigate their program of study. The content contained in the Student Handbook applies to all students in all School of Law programs. Various policies and procedures may outline provisions for specific programs as necessary. All employees of the Wake Forest School of Law are also bound by applicable policies and procedures.
Student Knowledge of Handbook Expectations
All students of the Wake Forest University School of Law are responsible for reviewing and understanding all information contained in the Student Handbook. Failure to review the Handbook is not an acceptable defense for the failure to adhere to any policy or procedure contained herein, including but not limited to the Honor Code contained in Chapter 11.
Handbook Updates and Process
The Student Handbook is generally reviewed and updated each summer for the upcoming academic year. Previous versions of the Student Handbook are maintained for historical policy review. From time to time, updates may be made during the course of the academic year. Students and employees will be promptly notified of material changes.
An updated version of the Student Handbook is published by the beginning of the Fall semester each academic year and posted to the Wake Forest University School of Law website.