Yes, the JD-Next exam is specifically designed to test skills and knowledge developed during participation in the JD-Next course. (For research purposes, we have administered the exam to students who have not taken the course, and they perform substantially worse than those who have taken the course.) Given the recommended 8-week pace to complete the course, and the need for scores to be reported in time for the admissions process, applicants should plan to spend 6-10 hours per week, from October through late November 2023 leading into the December 2023 examination dates.