Academic Year Field Placements

Crediting for the field placement program is comprised of two parts:

1. Each student earns 1-2 credits (graded) for successful completion of the class associated with the placement and taught by a law school faculty member; and
2. Each student earns credits associated with the field work as indicated in the placement listing or as arranged based on hours worked (pass/fail).

Note: Virtual placements initiated by students are capped at 6 credits (field work + seminar).

Field Placement Credit Table

Students considering a field placement should plan carefully and map out a schedule that accommodates class times and any other commitments. In doing so, students can consult the chart below and also consider the number of days they may be able to spend in the workplace over the course of the semester, while allowing some buffer for weather delays, illness, studying or other time outside work.  Students should also take into account holidays in which their placement office may be closed.