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JD Juris Doctor at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

Professional law degree giving students broad knowledge of the law and analytical, research, writing and advocacy skills, with clinical, simulation and externship options and optional Areas of Study.

Faculty: GW Law  |  Department: Law  |  Duration: 84 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

84 credit hours, of which 67 must be taken for a letter grade and 64 in classroom or direct faculty instruction courses; required first-year curriculum followed by elective courses and optional areas of study.

Career pathways

Graduates work in large or small firms, public interest organizations, government agencies, academia and the judiciary.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or equivalent non-U.S. degree; LSAT, GRE or other graduate-level test taken within the past five years (unless eligible for test-optional admission). No minimum GPA or test score; personal statement, undergraduate record, achievements and recommendations are considered.

Duration: 84 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://www.law.gwu.edu/apply

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