NAF

The Academy of Law is a National Academy Foundation (NAF) certified academy and follows the NAF educational design. NAF is a national network of educational, business, and community leaders who work together to ensure high school students are college, career, and future ready. NAF’s educational design ignites students’ passion for learning and gives businesses the opportunity to shape America’s future workforce by transforming the learning environment to include industry-specific curricula and work-based learning experiences, including internships. NAF has grown from one NAF Academy of Finance in New York City to hundreds of academies across the country focusing on growing industries including: finance, hospitality & tourism, information technology, engineering, and health sciences. For the latest data demonstrating the power of NAF, visit NAF. 

Admission Policy

To be considered for acceptance into the Academy of Law, students must be admitted to Ramsay IB High School, and must maintain the minimum required standards of the school. Students complete an application to express their interest in the program. The Academy of Law follows an open enrollment model and admits students from diverse backgrounds with a shared interest in a career in the legal profession. 

To qualify for admission to Ramsay IB High School, students must complete the Birmingham City Schools Specialty School application and submit the required supporting documentation as outlined in the application. Once the application packet is reviewed, parents are notified by email if their student meets the eligibility requirements to be invited to take the entrance exam. Students admitted into RIBHS must maintain a 2.5 GPA and exemplary behavior. If a student does not meet either of these requirements, the student may be dismissed from the program. 

Suggested Program of Study

Click here for the suggested program of study for all students in the Academy of Law.