I'm school shopping for Grad school. Im deciding between general studies and a writing degree. The admissions "counselor" at ALU named Ben asked me if I could get a co-signer to apply for school. I replied I couldn't and they were very rude over the phone. Loud, rude, and all in all a very bad experience. I would not recommend Abe Lincoln University and instead I'd go with a more established school like Sarah Lawrence College. read more

Abraham Lincoln University is one of those underestimated schools, I took both my bachelor and my masters degree 100% online, and I feel I couldn't have made a better choice. Other than the fact that I was able to keep my full-time job, I feel the faculty and staff was always very helpful with everything I needed. I was able to finish both fairly quickly in comparison to other schools that are 100% online, and they always worked with me because I needed to work full time. read more

Would never recommend this school. I recommend you check other online law schools that actually provide student support services and follow their own policies. Also, if you ever need someone that can actually make a decision to contact you, well, good luck. If I could have given a negative star rating, I would have. They have no desire to provide student support, except to keep you long enough to get your money. Don't waste your time or money. Find a school that actually wants you to be successful. School reviews from many years ago may have been true from back then, but not anymore. read more

Not a great school at all. My appeal for academic dismissal was denied after I stated and provided proof of my recent disability this school is a scam "they discriminate" and honestly I feel you would benefit from literally any other school. They force you to take another class before telling you your dismissed two weeks into the class and then charge you a prorated amount for a class that you didn't even take. Please read the reviews and do not go here they are all accurate!! Save your money! Their is no intro class you are kinda just thrown into it. This school truly is the worst. read more

Hard sell, sent mulitpages of contract to sign, would not give good review of "transfer credits". After about 2 minutes decide none of my graduate credits (over 60) would transfer alghough course title such as "Corrections" and my prevous course "Seminar in Corrections" would not transfer. Seems like its all about getting you to sign up and send money. read more

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. read more

I called to speak with someone to obtain information on their law school. It is my understanding that California Bar has now approved several distance learning and online schools to become accredited. I spoke with a gentleman by the name of Issac who was very short and rude with me when I inquired about their accreditation with the state bar. He mentioned to me that they filed the necessary paperwork and awaiting a response. The reason why I wanted to obtain this information was because if they are accredited by the state bar, students enrolled are no longer required to take the FYLSE or baby bar. This is big news for some students. Law school itself isn't easy so one less exam to worry about is a big issue. If it can be avoided, I would like to avoid it. When I made this comment to Isaac, he said if you cannot pass an easy exam like the baby bar, maybe you shouldn't start law school. He is correct but they way he made the comment was so rude and discouraging. I think people working in the admissions department should be welcoming in providing information without passing judgement. read more

Mark L. complains that he was academically dismissed when failed to pass the First Year Law Student Exam aka the baby bar. This requirement is a California Bar Examiner rule and is detailed in the catalog and the enrollment agreement. I passed it on my first try. However, I do know some people who failed it and are talking about going to a school that bypasses the requirement which makes no sense. If you can't pass the baby bar, which covers only three subjects, how do you expect to pass the full bar exam? read more

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.: read more

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 1st class. read more

Graduated a year ago and passed the general bar exam on my 1st 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 1st year... read more

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! read more

I am in my third year and have previously graduated from the University of Washington for undergrad and UCLA graduate school. Great school if you are self motivated and really want to learn the law and what it takes to become an attorney in California. This is a teaching school not a "theory" school. It is relatively inexpensive for tuition, but the amount of time and effort required is difficult for some. Welcome to Law School. read more

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. read more

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! read more

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. read more

Law school is VERY demanding so don't enroll unless you are committed to doing the work. You will have to study and study and study then study some more. You cannot slide by like you may have done in undergrad school. Having said that, ALU will teach you what you need to know to pass the bar and at a very reasonable price. If you have a good work ethic go to ALU. If you don't then be honest with yourself and do something else. read more

ALU is committed to their students' success in every aspect of their legal education and law school experience. The professors are extremely knowledgeable, well prepared and provide instruction in a thorough, concise manner that fosters comprehension and analytical thinking. This is law school and you have to work hard and invest the time necessary to digest the wealth of information. ALU provides a sound legal education with the added focus of preparing you for the baby bar and regular bar from the start. My writing has already started to evolve and conform similarly to the selected essays captured on the calbar site. I am a first year student and look forward to completing my law degree with ALU. As a full-time working professional, I highly recommend ALU for anyone that desires to attend law school, but has to balance it with professional or family obligations. ALU's structure is designed to educate and foster success. read more