FAMU Law opens its doors to another diverse class of 1Ls

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An ambitious class of first-year law students began its journey toward the juris doctor degree hooding ceremony on Monday, August 12, 2013. The new 1Ls are the 12th class since the FAMU College of Law was re-established in 2000.

In a trend that was experienced by nearly all law schools across the country, the College of Law seated a reduced class-size and saw an increase in the percentage of students opting for the part-time, evening program.  Consisting largely of non-traditional students who take fewer classes during the year, the part-time program law students has many students who maintain full-time jobs.  The program is often an attractive option for those seeing second careers and individuals looking to advance in the legal field.  Nearly 40 percent of this year's entering class is enrolled in the part-time program.

"Students who pursue the part-time program may do so for a number of reasons," explained Karemah Manselle, Assistant Director for Student Financial Assistance at the College of Law.  "In some cases, employers may reimburse tuition paid for certain coursework, which allows a student to incur less debt when completing their law degree."

First-year full-time students are discouraged from seeking employment and are typically younger than the evening cohort.  Although the age range of the 2013 incoming class is 17 to 54, the median age of 27 is up one from last year's class.

The 2013 entering class also boasts very diverse numbers with a nearly 69 percent minority enrollment.  The class has an enrollment of roughly 43 percent African-American, 31 percent Caucasian and 18 percent Hispanic.  The class also carries a 60 percent female enrollment, according to the Office of Admissions.

Other facts about the 2013 incoming class reveal the first-year law students arrived from nine states, representing 60 colleges and universities.  Additionally, 16 percent of the students hold graduate degrees, and 10 percent are non-Florida residents.

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