Examination Overview
How is the Examination Administered?
The JD-NEXT exam consists of multiple-choice questions and one unscored written essay.
Assessment of 15 learning objectives learned in the JD-Next course.
Identification of key elements of case law to prepare learners for the traditional case law method that has been the hallmark of legal education for over 100 years.
Four hours to complete the examination and essay with one break.
Unscored test questions randomly interspersed for statistical purposes.
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How Does JD-Next Help Law School Admission?
Students receive two pieces of admissions information:
Course credential
Test score
What Represents a Good Score?
Examination results will range from 400 – 1,000. As with similar law school admissions tests, individual success is based on how high an individual score is as a percentage of the total universe of test takers.
While each law school admissions office is unique, your ability to achieve a score in the upper percentile of all test takers for a given examination is a highly desired outcome.
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Accommodations Information
If you are interested in finding out more about accommodations for the JD-Next Examination, view one of the links below:
JD-Next Accommodations Guidelines
See the guidelines for testing accommodations.
How to Apply for JD-Next Accommodations
Find out how to apply here.
Personal Medical Items
The below items are personal medical items that do not require accommodations pre-approval. They will be allowed in the testing room.
Appeal Policy and Procedures
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Privacy Policy for Accommodations Requests
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JD-Next Test Details
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JD-Next Simulation Guide
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