Law School Registrar

Grading & Exams

Remember, the schedule only lists schedule in-person exams and scheduled remote/online exams.

In-person and scheduled remote/online exams are exam that begin at a specific date and time and end a few hours later (before factoring in accommodations that may apply).
See your class's Canvas page or contact your professor to confirm due dates for final assesments that are papers, presentations, or traditional take-home exams.

Follow these steps to ensure that your computer is ready for exam use.

Download the newest version of Exam4
Make sure your computer's operating system is compatible.
Disable screen savers and automatic updates
For students who cannot obtain their own laptop or borrow one, we have a limited supply.
- Request a loaner laptop

Instead of identifying yourself by name, AU ID, or other identifying numbers, use your current semester Exam Number/AGN.

Disability related accommodations are handled by WCL Disability Support.

If you have any questions, please contact them at disability@wcl.american.edu

Non-Native English Speakers (NNES) may request additional time for an exam if they meet the policy requirements.

Email nnes@wcl.american.edu with any questions.

In any of the below circumstances apply to you, please fill out a deferral. The last day to submit deferrals is the last day of the Reading Period.

Click here for the full Deferral Policy

Download the current version of Exam4 Software
- Older versions of Exam4 -- even if they are only a few weeks old -- will not work
- the newest version of Exam 4 is now compatible with macOS 15 (among other operating systems)
Make sure Exam4 works by running practice tests in "open" and "closed" mode
Can you make Exam4's word count feature work?
Do you know how to use Exam4's multiple-choice interface?

Bring your AU ID card for check in
Consult your professor, syllabus, or both regarding whether you may bring notes.
No headphones allowed. Ear plugs will be provided.
No additional electronic devices (besides your laptop) are permitted at your seat. (No phones, smartwatches, or other electronics).
You may hand write in provided exam bluebooks and Scantron paper.
Food and drinks are permitted. (Please be courteous of others when selecting what to bring and how to consume it)
Scratch paper will be provided. Please bring writing utensils (i.e. pens, pencils, and/or highlighters)

Arrive 30 minutes prior to the exam start time.
- You will not receive full exam time if you arrive late.
- Proctor will give instructions 5-10 minutes prior to the exam start time.
You will receive an exam envelope. Wait for proctor's instructions to open.
Bathroom breaks are allowed. Please sign out with the proctor. You will not receive additional time for lost time.
When finished, place all materials (exam, scratch paper, bluebooks, supplemental materials) in the envelope. Return envelope to proctor.

Find out if your exam will be on MyWCL or Exam 4 (check your class's Canvas page; if necessary, contact your professor)

MyWCL guide
Exam4 Take-Home Guide
- Have you installed the current version?
- Have you run a practice test?
- Do you know how to use the multiple-choice feature, including how to return to a previous answer, unlock it, and change it?

If something goes wrong during the exam, email exams@wcl.american.edu immediately