The Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is the basic law degree. With a J.D. (and after passing a state bar exam), you can be a lawyer, whether that involves practicing law, or working in business, politics, or public service.

The Law School’s required courses, such as torts, contracts, property, and others, give you a solid foundation in law and the legal system. After that, the elective curriculum allows you build on that foundation by selecting courses from a wide range of legal specializations. 

Additionally, students may choose to take courses in one of several academic concentrations. Concentrations indicate focused coursework and experiential learning or independent research in a particular area of study beyond the required curriculum. Students who successfully complete the concentration will receive a notation on their Law School transcripts. Additional information and requirements are available in the Law School’s Policy on Academic Concentrations.

Concentrations

• Business Law
• Criminal Law and Procedure
• Environmental Law
• Intellectual Property
• International Law
• Political Law
• Public Interest and Social Justice

Programs

• Juris Doctor (J.D)