Experience McGeorge

The best way to determine whether McGeorge is the right fit for you is to experience our community and campus firsthand. We invite you to visit McGeorge by taking a campus tour, sitting in on a first-year class, or both. 

In addition to campus visits, we offer a variety of opportunities throughout the year to connect with us including information sessions and open house events. 

If you are unable to visit campus, there are plenty of ways to engage with us. We regularly host virtual events and webinars, and the McGeorge JD Admissions team travels throughout the country to attend graduate and law school fairs. 

If you are interested in learning more about the JD program at McGeorge School of Law, please complete the JD Request Information Form. By submitting the form, you will receive additional information about our academic programs, admissions process, application requirements and deadlines, upcoming events, and opportunities to connect with the JD Admissions team.

You can learn more about McGeorge from anywhere by exploring the digital resources on this page, including recorded class sessions, a virtual campus tour, and our digital materials designed to help you get to know our programs, faculty, students, and community. 

Explore our recruitment calendar to find an upcoming event and discover where you can #ExperienceMcGeorge and meet our admissions team.

We also welcome Pre-Law organizations, high school groups, and K-12 students to request customized campus visits tailored to their interests and goals. 

Upcoming Events

Note: All times listed are Pacific Time (PT).

Virtual Events

  • Aug. 20 — Information Session for Reapplicants | 6 to 7 p.m. | By Invitation
  • Sep. 1 — Information Session and Application Workshop | 6 to 8:30 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Oct. 15 — General Information Session | 6 to 7 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Oct. 28 — Hybrid Evening JD Program Information Session | 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Dec. 9 — General Information Session | 6 to 7 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Jan. 13 — Financial Aid and Admissions Information Session | 6 to 7 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Jan. 20 — Military and Veteran Information Session | 6 to 7 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Feb. 24 — Faculty Showcase | 4 to 5:30 p.m. | Save the Date 
  • Mar. 24 — Alumni Panel | 6 to 7 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Apr. 20 — Waitlist Information Session | 6 to 7 p.m. | By Invitation 
  • Jun. 3 — Waitlist Information Session | 6 to 7 p.m. | By Invitation 

 

In-Person Events

  • Nov. 20 — Application Workshop | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | University of the Pacific, Stockton Campus | Save the Date
  • Nov. 21 — Application Workshop | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. | University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, Sacramento Campus | Save the Date
  • Jan. 23 — Experience McGeorge: JD Preview Event (Open House) | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, Sacramento Campus | Save the Date 
  • Mar. 11 — Hybrid Evening JD Program Information Session | 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Apr. 2 — Pre-Admitted Student Day #1 Evening Happy Hour | By Invitation 
  • Apr. 3 — Admitted Student Day #1 | By Invitation 
  • May 21 — Pre-Admitted Student Day #2 Evening Happy Hour | By Invitation 
  • May 22 — Admitted Student Day #2 | By Invitation 
  • Jul. 17-18 — McGeorge Admitted Student Weekend | By Invitation 
  • Sep. 5 — WCC Seattle Panel and Law Fair at Seattle University School of Law | From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT | Register
  • Sep. 19 — WCC Denver Panel and Law Fair at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law | From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Register
  • Sep.26 — WCC San Francisco Panel and Law Fair at University of San Francisco Downtown Campus | Save the Date
  • Sep.29 — WCC Fresno Panel and Law Fair at Fresno State | From 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Save the Date
  • Oct. 1 — WCC Dallas Reception at the Courtyard Dallas Downtown | From 6:30 to 8 p.m. | Register
  • Nov. 3 — WCC San Diego Reception at the Courtyard San Diego Central | Save the Date
  • Nov. 6 — WCC Los Angeles Pre-Forum Reception at USC Gould School of Law | Save the Date
  • Nov.16-Nov.20 — WCC Hawaii | Save the Dates

Meet us while we are on the road in your area! 

Schedule a Class Visit, Campus Tour, or Counseling Appointment

Get a firsthand look at the McGeorge classroom experience by attending a first-year day or evening class. 

  • Select first-year classes are available to visit Mondays through Fridays, excluding holidays. 
  • Visits must be scheduled at least 2 days in advance.
  • All visits require professor approval to ensure the class session is appropriate for prospective JD students. 

     

The following classes are available to visit for the Fall 2026 Semester:

 

DayClass
Mondays 
  • Civil Procedure from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
  • Torts from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. 
Tuesdays
  • Contracts from 10:15 to 12:15 p.m.
  • Contracts from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 
  • Civil Procedure from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. 
Wednesdays
  • Torts from 10:15 to 12:15 p.m.
Thursdays
  • Contracts from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 
  • Civil Procedure from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Civil Procedure from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 
  • Contracts from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Fridays
  • Torts from 10:15 to 12:15 p.m. 

 

To schedule a class visit, email mcgeorge@pacific.edu which class you would like to visit and a few dates you are available to attend. 

If you cannot make it to campus for a class visit, explore recordings of select first-year classes on our YouTube channel.

The JD Admissions Office offers in-person campus tours for prospective JD students. 

  • Tours are available Mondays through Fridays (excluding holidays).
  • Tour times are available between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. 
  • Most tours are led by current law students serving as JD Admissions Fellows
  • Tours typically last about 45 minutes. 

 

To schedule a tour, complete the Campus Tour Request Form.

If you prefer to visit campus on your own schedule, visit campus and follow our self-guided tour to discover McGeorge at your own pace. 

If you cannot make it to campus, you can view our virtual campus tour here.

Admissions counseling appointments are available by Zoom or telephone Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (excluding holidays). 

Schedule an appointment using one of the links below:

 

If you would like to arrange an in-person counseling appointment in conjunction with a class visit or campus tour, please email us at mcgeorge@pacific.edu

Pathway Events and Group Campus Visits

McGeorge is committed to making legal education more accessible and inclusive. Our pathway programs are designed to inspire future legal professionals, broaden access to legal education, and support students from all educational backgrounds. 

Through pathway events and campus visit programs, participants can explore law school life, connect with current students and legal professionals, learn about the admissions process, and gain insight into careers in law. 

Whether you are working with k-12 students, community college students, undergraduate Pre-Law groups, we invite you to attend an upcoming event or schedule a customized campus visit. 

For questions about our pathway events or group campus visits, please contact our Assistant Director of Admissions, Danielle Shipes at mcgeorge@pacific.edu (cc: dpacrem@pacific.edu) or (916) 739-7105. Email is preferred.

 

A Day in the Life of a Law Student

Save the date! Join us on Friday, February 12, from 9:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the third annual A Day in the Life of a Law Student event.

This immersive program offers prospective high school students the opportunity to experience law school firsthand. Activities typically include:

  • A panel discussion with current law students
  • A mock law school class
  • A campus tour
  • Lunch with students, faculty, and staff
  • Interactive activities with Registered Student Organizations

Come explore what life as a law student is really like and connect with members of our law school community.

Registration will be available in December. 

Group campus visits are available Mondays through Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and are ideal for K-12 groups, community college, and undergraduate Pre-Law groups. 

Visits can be customized to meet your group’s interests and may include: 

  • Campus Tours
  • Mock law school classes
  • Admissions presentations
  • Student panels 
  • Lunch 
  • Career exploration activities

 

To request a group campus visit, please complete our Campus Visit Interest Form. We look forward to welcoming your group to McGeorge!

Questions?

Contact the JD Admissions Office at mcgeorge@pacific.edu or (916) 739-7105.