Abraham Lincoln University

This is the best online school for people who want to get a degree and keep their job.
They actually care about their students. I got a very personal connection with my professors.
Honestly though, working and studying law at the
same time is pretty hard and not for everyone, so think twice if you’re willing to commit, otherwise you might find yourself drop out of school.
One thing is for sure, they are worth a phone call before deciding.

I would recommend ALU to any individual whether straight from undergrad or for someone who works full time and has been out of school for a while.
It works with every schedule and is the most cost effective way become an attorney.
There really is no difference since we used the same books, the professor are graduated from ABA schools, and at the end of the day, we all take the same bar exam, It is like the saying goes, «what do you call a person who graduated last in their class and passed the bar? An attorney.:

Not only does ALU have a JD program, but also an associates, bachelors, and masters program. I was more interested in the JD and it truly was one of the best decisions. Classes are all online and with ALU’s advanced technology, it is as if I am sitting in the classroom, That was my main concern because I typically do not do as well solely through correspondence. I can honestly say I am very pleased with my decision to attend ALU.

I graduated from ALU in 2013 and I am currently a sole practitioner. Prior to attending ALU I did have my own business, but always had a strong desire to study law. The only way I could manage my business, work full time, provide for a family, and go to school was by specifically choosing to attend ALU. I had solid grades in my undergraduate and graduate studies will good LSAT scores, but due to my work and family situation, I chose to go to ALU because it worked with MY schedule. I did not need to take out a loan or quit my job in order to achieve my goal. Going to ALU was by far the best decision I have ever made. Thank you ALU and best of luck to all current and future students.

Some people say law school is stressful, terrifying, competitive, and even overwhelming, which is why the highest dropout rate is with first year law students. Not to say ALU is not any of those things, but going to ALU made all the stress and workload doable. Students are always willing to help. Professors are always there to give guidance on how to improve and what sources to use if we need extra help, and the faculty and staff in general is welcoming. Every time I come on campus, I am greeted with a smile and questions regarding how I am doing and finding the program. Law school in general is stressful, especially if you are working, but at least at ALU they prepare us for the worst by helping us great work and study schedules and making sure we are on top of our work. I could not imagine going to another school. The initial reason I chose ALU is because of the affordability. To many that might not seem like the best reason, but I needed to choose a law school that I could afford and would not require a loan or taking time off of work. After speaking with the faculty, staff, and current students on Saturday, I just felt that this was the school for me. Everyone gave honest, realistic advice in terms of what to expect, but reassured me that it was doable so long as you seek help when needed and stay on top of your work. For those of you interested in obtaining a law degree, whether online or on campus, I strongly recommend taking a look at ALU and see if it is a right fit for you, just as it was for me. You have nothing to lose so go for it!

Having been accepted for the January program I can say so far that my experience has been great. I drove down from Las Vegas for open house and the entire staff that was there was very nice and helpful. I was guided thru the process and am eager to start in Jan. I truly believe you get out of something what you put in, and so far so good. I will post again after my 1^st class.

We heard the story before… on the radio! A cutting edge education that fits your schedule and won’t break your piggy bank. Rarely in this age can you actually get what you paid for… The program cannot be beat. Don’t listen to the naysayers below. Law school and passing the bar is tough or everyone could do it. As many have stated, the staff really does cares but it’s up to you do the work and pass the bar. What today’s society is lacking is accountability. One must look in the mirror and be honest with themselves. Did I put in the effort?
Dr. Park’s story is inspirational and really takes his time to meet his students. Always evolving and improving his lifelong dream to make your dreams come true. Visit the school and make an informed decision for yourself. Whether you end up being a lawyer or not the IRAC skills you learn in this school will be a positive paradigm shift for the rest of your life.

Graduated a year ago and passed the general bar exam on my 1^st try —
What can I say? Like everything you get out what you put into it. Classes are one at a time 6 – 12 weeks long — depending on the class — and they are intense — lots of reading and 2 lectures plus a section — all at night/​weekends and all archived so if you had to miss you could make up — instructors were VERY available via email or phone — everyone wants you to pass and do well — but all the good intentions in the world won’t do the work for you. If you want to do this then no one can «pour the knowledge» in your brain– you gotta learn it. You may be able to squeak by without doing all the reading or letting things slide — but at the end we all take the general bar and that is an experience you DO NOT want to repeat. If you are committed then go for it — as for the other poster noting that they were not aware of the baby bar requirement I am surprised — it is EVERYWHERE — we all know that looms after the 1^st year…

I have been a student for 2 years and yes the baby bar was difficult to pass but I was told about the requirement (maybe the other reviewer missed the attachment in the initial enrollment materials). All students from non-​brick and motar law schools in CA are required to take the exam and have three chances to do it. Otherwise classes are great and flexibility and format makes it possible for me to actually get a JD. It’s hard to balance with work and family but I have spoke with successful alumni so I’m going to do everything I can to finish!

Well, two more staff have left now. The staff turnover seems to be quite high. With such a small staff, one has to wonder why they keep leaving, year after year.

Agree with what you said about ALU. I attended for my first year and three classes into my second year before being «academically dismissed» because I hadn’t passed the «baby bar» exam. You failed to mention THAT little tidbit. Yes, great school, great instructors, LOUSY location since they moved near Staples Center three years ago. Unfortunately for ME, I still haven’t passed that «baby bar» so I have no other choice than to start over somewhere else at an accredited school. Had I passed, I naturally would have continued with ALU. It IS a good school and is the MOST convenient for those who work full-​time.