Student Handbook

The IU McKinney Law Student Handbook contains essential information for all students. McKinney graduate law (LL.M & S.J.D.) and M.J. students will also want to review the LL.M., S.J.D. & M.J. Handbook.

Part I: Academic Rules & Requirements   [docx]

updated 08/03/2025

This section includes:

1. Graduation Requirements
   1. Required Courses
   2. Limitations on Credits
   3. Advanced Research and Writing Requirement (ARWR)
   4. Academic Good Standing and Standards for Academic Probation and Dismissal
      • Standards for Academic Probation and Dismissal
   5. Experiential Learning Requirement
2. Course Selection in the First Year (First Two Years for Hybrid Part-Time Students)
3. Course Selection for Upper-Level Students
4. Externship Policies
5. Academic Credit for Law Review
6. Academic Credit for Moot Court
7. Final Exam Policy and Schedule
8. Distance Education
9. Other Academic Rules and Policies
   1. Artificial Intelligence Policy
   2. Priority Course Enrollment for JD Students
   3. Attendance
   4. Limits on Maximum Number of Credit Hours to be Taken in a Semester
   5. Adverse Weather and Cancellation of Classes
   6. Grading Policy
   7. Grade Point Averages
   8. Rounding Up Grade Point Averages
   9. Grade Appeals
   10. Grade Distribution (Law School Curve)
   11. Grade Submission Deadlines
   12. Retaking Courses
   13. Dean's List
   14. Class Rank
   15. Withdrawing from Semester-Long Courses
   16. Failure to Complete Course
   17. Incompletes
   18. Leave of Absence and Withdrawals
10. Enrollment by Full Time Students in Evening Classes and Part-Time or Part-Time Hybrid Students in Day Classes
11. Status Change from Part-Time Hybrid to Full Time
12. Guidance on Paid Employment and Outside Activities
13. Incoming Transfer Students and Criteria for Approving the Transfer of Credit Hours
14. Visiting Away at Other Schools
15. Summer Study Abroad Programs
16. Transfer Credit Hour Fee
17. Special Rules for Graduating 3Ls
18. Academic Accommodations for Students with Documented Disabilities and Title IX Accommodations for Pregnant Students
19. Testing Accommodations for Students for Students for Whom English is a Second Language
20. Recording of Classes Generally Prohibited
21. Informal Class Audits
22. Auditing Classes
23. Informal Modification of Class Schedules
24. Making Up Missed Classes
25. Student Complaint Policies

Part II: Student Conduct & Discipline   [docx]

updated 08/03/2025

This section includes:

1. IU Code Part I: Rights
   1. Rights in the Pursuit of Education
   2. Right to Freedom form Discrimination and Harassment
   3. Right to Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities
   4. Right to Freedom of Expression, Advocacy, and Publication
   5. Right to Contribute to University Governance
   6. Rights of Students in the Conduct Process
   7. Rights of Students as University Employees
2. IU Code Part II & McKinney Amendments: Student Responsibilities
   1. In General
   2. McKinney Honor Code
   3. Academic Misconduct
      1. Cheating
      2. Fabrication
      3. Plagiarism
      4. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
      5. Interference
      6. Violation of Course Rules
      7. Facilitating Academic Dishonesty
      8. Research Misconduct
   4. Personal Misconduct
      1. Failure to Report Fellow Student
      2. False Statements or Concealment of Information
      3. Ongoing Duty to Inform
      4. Acts of Fraud, Misrepresentation, or Dishonesty
      5. False Reports
      6. Unauthorized Use of Technology, Equipment, or Facilities
      7. Obscene Conduct
      8. Disorderly Conduct
      9. Endangerment
      10. Failure to Comply
      11. Use of Facilities and Property
      12. Obstructing Entry
      13. Theft
      14. Property Belonging to Others
      15. Arson and Interference with Emergency Personnel
      16. Fireworks and Explosives
      17. Weapons
      18. Harassment
      19. Retaliation
      20. Bullying
      21. Stalking
      22. Hazing
      23. Physical Abuse or Violence
      24. Verbal Abuse
      25. Alcohol
      26. Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances
      27. Violation of Laws
      28. Use of University Logos, Property, or Resources
      29. Conduct in Violation of UA-03 Not Otherwise Covered
      30. Violation of Other University Regulations, Policies, or Rules
   5. Inlow Hall Code of Conduct and Freedom of Expression
3. IU Code Part III & McKinney Amendments: Student Disciplinary Procedures
   1. University-Wide
   2. McKinney Specific
      1. Jurisdiction
      2. Required Reports of Misconduct
      3. Procedures for Academic Misconduct Related to a Course
      4. Procedures for Academic Misconduct Unrelated to a Particular Course
      5. Disciplinary Procedures for Personal Misconduct
      6. Time Limitations
      7. Misconduct by Student Organization
      8. Definitions
      9. Review Board
4. IU Code Part IV: Appendices
   1. Key Policies Affecting Students
      1. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
      2. Non-Discrimination
      3. Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct
      4. Accommodations for Religious Observances
      5. Student Rights Under FERPA and Release of Student Information

Part III: State Bar Filing   [docx]

updated 12/19/2024

This section includes:

1. 1. 1. Bar Examination in Other States
      2. Score Transfers
      3. Indiana Bar Examinations
      4. Accommodations

Part IV: University Services   [docx]

updated 05/21/2018

This section includes:

1. 1. 1. Bookstore
      2. Office of the Bursar
         • Refund Policies: https://indianapolis.iu.edu/cost-aid/bill-pay/receive-refund/
      3. Childcare
      4. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
      5. Credit Union
      6. Financial Aid Office
      7. Health Service
      8. International Student Affairs
      9. Parking

Part V: Other Information   [docx]

updated 05/21/2018

This section includes:

1. 1. 1. Communications to Students
      2. Change of Name/Address/Phone
      3. Emergency Preparedness Information
      4. Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program (JLAP)
      5. Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
      6. Lockers
      7. Lost and Found
      8. Mail Folders
      9. Telephone Numbers and Office Hours, Student Affairs