Pamela Shea

Date of Award

December 2025

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Department

Educational Leadership

First Advisor

Zarrina Azizova

Abstract

This study explores the experiences of law students that impact their perception of being prepared for the Bar Exam and Bar admission. Analyzing the stressors law students face during law school reveals the essential need to incorporate the eight dimensions of well-being into curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities for students to flourish as they prepare for post-graduation success. Using the data from the 2021 Survey of Law Student Well-Being, which surveyed 5,865 law students from thirty-nine ABA-accredited law schools, a three-factor model was created to group students’ concerns into academic and health concerns, social and environmental concerns, and well-being behavioral concerns. Using regression analysis, the factors were used to determine impacts on Grade Point Average (GPA), confidence in seeking help for concerns, and specific student demographic groups. Students' well-being issues during law school can affect their GPA and who they can turn to for help. The findings of this study point out the need for programming and resources to be provided starting during orientation and beyond, fostering proactive habits for students to learn.

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