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SJD Law at Syracuse University

Syracuse University, United States

Programme overview

The SJD (Doctor of Juridical Science) at Syracuse College of Law is a research doctorate based on an original dissertation that makes a substantial contribution to legal scholarship, written under the supervision of a College of Law faculty member.

Faculty: College of Law  |  Duration: Minimum 3 academic years (6 fall/spring semesters)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Syracuse, NY, United States

What you will study

Candidates complete a minimum of 72 credits, including one year of substantive coursework in residence and the full-year SJD Colloquium Course, then pursue research culminating in a dissertation and oral defence.

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Application information

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: two years

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