St. Francis School of Law
Notice of Institutional Status
St. Francis School of Law Will Teach Out the JD Program and Cease Operations Effective December 2027
St. Francis School of Law will discontinue the Juris Doctor program and has begun the formal teachout process. The school will cease operations effective at the end of the Fall 2027 quarter.
Students projected to graduate in the Winter, Spring, or Fall 2027 quarters will be supported in completing their degrees through St. Francis. All other currently enrolled students are expected to transition to an approved partner law school beginning in January 2027.
St. Francis School of Law is working with partner institutions, the State Bar of California, and the Higher Learning Commission to finalize the teach-out and transfer arrangements. All plans remain subject to required regulatory and accrediting approvals.
Students should continue attending classes and following their current academic plans unless they receive different instructions. Additional information, individualized guidance, and transition support will be provided directly to students as details are finalized. Students can find more information regarding the teach out in the student FAQ document.
58.3%
Cumulative percentage of students who graduated during the Reporting Period and passed any California Bar Examination during the Reporting Period between August 2020 and the July 2025 bar exam, if they graduated within 10 administrations of that bar exam; adjusted to exclude those pursuing licensure under CRC 9.49.1 and include those who have licensed through this option. A MPR of 40% is required of California Accredited Law Schools.
