About Barry Law

Barry Law is a private law school located in Orlando, Florida. It is a part of Barry University, which was founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters. Barry Law offers various degree programs, including Juris Doctor, Master of Laws, and Juris Master.

Academic Calendar for 2024

Barry Law follows a semester system, and the academic calendar for 2024 is as follows:

Spring Semester

The spring semester begins on January 8, 2024, and ends on April 26, 2024. There are no classes on January 21, 2024 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day), and March 18-22, 2024 (Spring Break).

Summer Semester

The summer semester begins on May 6, 2024, and ends on August 16, 2024. There are no classes on May 27, 2024 (Memorial Day), and July 4, 2024 (Independence Day).

Fall Semester

The fall semester begins on August 26, 2024, and ends on December 13, 2024. There are no classes on September 2, 2019 (Labor Day), and November 27-29, 2024 (Thanksgiving Break).

FAQs

When do I need to register for classes?

You can register for classes online through the myBarry portal. The registration dates for the spring semester are November 4-15, 2023, and for the fall semester are April 1-12, 2024. The registration dates for the summer semester are March 1-15, 2024.

When is the last day to drop a class?

The last day to drop a class without receiving a grade is January 24, 2024, for the spring semester, June 7, 2024, for the summer semester, and September 13, 2024, for the fall semester. After these dates, you may still drop a class, but you will receive a grade of W (Withdrawn) on your transcript.

When are grades posted?

Grades are posted on the myBarry portal within three business days after the end of the semester.

What is the academic calendar for graduate programs?

The academic calendar for graduate programs may differ from the law school academic calendar. Please check with your specific program for more information.

Can I take classes online?

Yes, Barry Law offers online courses for some classes. Please check with your academic advisor for more information.

What is the policy for attendance?

Attendance is mandatory for all classes. If you miss more than three classes, your final grade may be affected. Please check with your professors for their specific attendance policies.

What is the policy for exams?

All exams are closed-book and closed-notes. Please check with your professors for their specific exam policies.

What is the grading scale?

The grading scale for Barry Law is as follows:

• A: 90-100%
• B: 80-89%
• C: 70-79%
• D: 60-69%
• F: Below 60%

What is the policy for academic probation?

If your GPA falls below 2.0, you may be placed on academic probation. You will be required to meet with an academic advisor and may be limited in the number of classes you can take. Please check with the academic support services office for more information.

What is the policy for graduation?

To graduate from Barry Law, you must complete all required courses and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. You must also complete a minimum of 90 credit hours for the Juris Doctor program and 30 credit hours for the Master of Laws program. Please check with your academic advisor for more information.