New JD student orientation

Welcome to the Seattle U Law community! We have created an informative Orientation program that’s designed to:

• Build foundations for academic success
• Create a shared understanding of our law school’s values
• Communicate classroom expectations
• Convey what it means to enter the legal profession
• Answer any questions you may have about the law school experience

2026 Summer Start students

• Summer Orientation typically takes place in mid-June. You will receive further details via your SU student email. Students can choose to attend orientation in-person or online.
• In May, we will register you for your summer course. Except for Access Admission students who will take the daytime section of Criminal Law, you can choose between day or evening sections of Criminal Law.
• Upon registration, you will receive details about required textbooks, first assignments, and more.
• Questions regarding summer orientation? Email kdibiase@seattleu.edu.

2026 Fall start students

• Online asynchronous learning via Canvas is typically available starting August 3.
• Fall Orientation takes place the week of August 17, 2026
• Students are required to attend fall orientation even if they attended summer orientation.
• Each student group will have different schedules to attend. Please refer to emails sent by Student Affairs staff for your schedule tailored to your student status.
• If you have any questions, please email kdibiase@seattleu.edu.

2025 Admit Packet

The Admit Packet will answer many questions about starting your legal education.

Important dates

Spring Visit Day
April 11, 2026

Summer term begins
June 22, 2026

1L Orientation
Week of August 17, 2026

Fall classes begin
August 24, 2026