Your First Step Toward Law School Excellence

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Get a head start before law school with an innovative course and admissions exam proven to raise 1L GPA by 0.20 points on average, build essential legal skills, and showcase your readiness to succeed.

The New Standard in Law School Admissions

JD-Next is an 8-week online course and law school admissions test that goes beyond legacy exams to prepare you for law school.

1L Success

Provides a preview of a 1L course while building the skills you need to succeed.

Proven Results

Demonstrated to increase 1L GPA by 0.20 points, on average.

Fair Assessment

Guarantees fair, accurate results by testing only course-covered material.

The Future of Legal Education Starts Here

JD-Next is preparing the next generation of legal minds with an innovative program using cases encountered in 1L.

Study at Your Pace

Complete an 8-week 1L-style course in approximately 1 hour a day.

Learn Key Legal Skills

Learn briefing and analytical skills with interactive lessons, quizzes, and assignments.

Admissions Exam

Includes an entrance exam and score report for law school admissions.

Receive Expert Guidance

Get personalized feedback on written work to sharpen your skills.

Sharpen Exam Skills

Practice with sample questions, essays and a mid-course exam and performance report.

Build Academic Foundations

Tackle complex legal topics to learn fundamentals of doctrinal law.

Here's What Our Students Are Saying...

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Since I've already started classes for the semester, I can say with confidence that coming in with experience reading cases and drafting briefs is incredibly helpful. I feel way more comfortable diving into my classwork than I would have otherwise.

Start Your Journey

Thinking of joining the legal profession? Get a head start before law school with JD-Next

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Become a Partner for Legal Education

Support aspiring law students before they even enter the classroom. The JD-Next program helps institutions identify top applicants and equip students with the skills they need to succeed in law school.

For Educators:

We partner with law schools to provide legal education resources that meet both student needs and academic goals. Learn more about JD-Next and our program’s benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Will I learn the same material as my first-year classes?

Not exactly. JD-Next focuses on core skills like reading and analysis, using classic contracts cases (like Hawkins v. McGee) to teach these skills. While you'll see some cases covered in law school, the course emphasizes foundational techniques rather than replicating a full 1L curriculum.

Is the class synchronous or asynchronous?

The course is fully online and mostly asynchronous, with optional virtual office hours for live interaction.

What if I have vacation plans during the course?

You can complete the course from anywhere with internet access. If needed, you can work ahead to stay on track.