Donald J. Weidner Summer for Undergraduates Program

This program brings undergraduate students from throughout the country together in person for an immersion into legal study. The largest and oldest of its kind, the primary goal of the program is to acquaint students with the study of law and to assist them in acquiring skills that will benefit their undergraduate and future law school studies. The program has been twice honored to receive the American Bar Association’s Raymond Pace and Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander Award for Excellence in Pipeline Diversity. The award is given to organizations or individuals who have shown innovation and leadership in diversifying the educational pipeline to the legal profession.

The 2025 Donald J. Weidner Summer for Undergraduates Program will take place in-person May 29 – June 18, 2025. During the program, students will engage in activities covering three primary areas:

Classroom Experience — Daily classes are taught by law school professors. Lectures simulate first-year law classes and familiarize students with the functions of the American legal system. Writing workshops help students to develop their writing and communication skills.

Law School Admissions Process — Students are given the opportunity to talk to the admissions staff and committee regarding the important aspects of the law school application process. This includes practical workshops on completing the application, writing personal statements, writing resumes and cover letters, financing law school, and individualized career planning.

Careers in the Law — While the program is academic in nature, there are a number of exciting and enjoyable activities that take place outside of the classroom, such as visits to the Florida Supreme Court, moot court oral arguments, and guest speakers, including prominent attorneys and judges in a variety of practice areas.

Visit the program website for information on eligibility and the application process.