Online Non-Degree

Non-Degree Seeking Online Course Enrollment

Students may wish to complete online courses for either credit or audit for a variety of reasons. They can apply as an online non-degree student.  The following policies will be applied:

• Non-degree seeking online course requests to take classes will be considered on a “space available” basis.
• W&M Law School does not claim that online courses meet the requirements of state bar examinations or transferability into degree programs at W&M or any other institutions.
• Online courses do not transfer or count toward a JD at W&M or any other institution.
• All non-degree students must comply with the Law School’s policies and regulations, including all Online Program Policies.
• Online courses, including courses taken by online non-degree students, are not eligible for the in-state tuition rate.
• Status is granted for one semester only; a new application must be filed for each semester.
• Students admitted as online, non-degree seeking students can take no more than 8 credits.
• Non-degree students who are auditing are governed by the Law School Auditing Law Courses policy.
• Senior citizens are entitled to enroll pursuant to the provisions of the Senior Citizens Higher Education Act of 1974 as amended (Va. Code §23-38.54 et seq.) and must file a certificate affirming their senior citizen status. 

Admissions

Prospective students apply by submitting the Online Non-Degree Seeking Application through the W&M Admission Portal. Prospective students must have completed a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution to be eligible to enroll in graduate-level online law courses.

Upon admission, students will receive enrollment and registration instructions.

Application Requirements

• Completed online application
• Official transcripts
• Resume/CV
• Personal statement
• Graduate Courses Permission Form

Key Admission Dates