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JD-LLM in International Human Rights at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

A four-year joint degree programme leading to both a JD and an LLM in International Human Rights, offered by Northwestern Pritzker Law and its Center for International Human Rights. The programme focuses on international human rights law and international criminal law.

Faculty: Northwestern Pritzker School of Law  |  Department: Center for International Human Rights  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Combines the JD curriculum with 20 credit hours of designated international human rights courses and an international externship, with focus on international human rights law and international criminal law.

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Entry requirements

JD programmes (Northwestern Pritzker Law): applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or expect to complete one by the end of the academic year in which they apply.

Requirements published at program group level.

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.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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