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Law School ACADEMICS FOR CURRENT STUDENTS

Widener Law Commonwealth’s academic programs include an array of choices. At Widener Law Commonwealth, you can plan your legal education to meet your individual interests, needs, and goals.

CURRICULUM

Learn the specifics of the core curriculum and the practice and enrichment courses.

TEXTBOOKS AND FIRST ASSIGNMENTS FOR THE START OF THE SEMESTER

Textbooks and first assignments are posted here as PDFs at the start of each semester.

Check back regularly for updates.

Summer 2025 (PDF) updated on May 14, 2025 at 12:28 p.m.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS PROGRAM

Counseling, tutoring, and workshops to help you meet the challenges of law school.

LAW AND GOVERNMENT INSTITUTE

Experience the inner workings of state government, with the option of earning a certificate in constitutional/ administrative law or legislation.

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND SUSTAINABILITY CENTER

Focus on environmental law and natural resources law, with the option of earning a certificate in environmental law.

BUSINESS ADVISING PROGRAM

A certificate program focusing on an understanding of the many areas of law that affect owners of small and midsize businesses.

The center serves as a hub for legal research and education, providing law students with hands-on experience in addressing critical societal issues such as economic justice, criminal legal system reform, and community-police relations.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Earn a specialized credential in one of five areas of focus, exploring a particular interest within the law and strengthening your resume.

PRACTICAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Providing the chance to gain substantive professional experience, including clinics, externships, practical learning courses, and Widener Law Commonwealth’s public interest initiative.