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SJD Law at Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University, United States

Programme overview

The SJD offers advanced academic study of law for graduates with a JD or an equivalent foreign professional law degree. It is highly individualised and trains graduates for leadership in academia, research or policy making.

Faculty: School of Law  |  Duration: 2 to 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cleveland, OH, United States

What you will study

At least two semesters of advanced coursework set with the graduate adviser, followed by a doctoral dissertation under a faculty supervisor. At least one full year in full-time residence at the law school is required.

Career pathways

Academia, research and policy making.

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Application information

Entry requirements

JD degree or an equivalent professional law degree from outside the USA, and promise for advanced academic study.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 2 to 3 years full-time

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