Overview

The Juris Doctor J.D program from Liberty University allows you to customize your experience through multiple Concentrations and Dual Degree program options.

Let us equip you with the knowledge, skills, and professional values through which every lawyer must be grounded. Our courses, consistent with the rule of law, adhere to the perspective that shaped the Western legal tradition. Get prepared for success in the study of law and the practice of law.

Key facts:

Become skilled in many areas of legal expertise including the following:

Foundational legal subjects

Legal writing skills

Analysis of legal issues from a distinctively Christian worldview

Oral advocacy and communication skills required for legal practice

Analysis and resolution of legal issues

Professional behavior grounded in the biblical worldview in accordance with accepted legal standards

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contracts

Torts

Property

Civil Procedure

Lawyering Skills

Constitutional Law

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Legal Studies View 56 other PhDs in Legal Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to Liberty’s J.D. program, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree from an institution that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education.

One letter of recommendation is required, addressing your academic performance and abilities, preferably from a faculty advisor or professor in your major field of study. If you have been out of school for several years or have served in the military, a letter from an employer or commanding officer is appropriate.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a current résumé with the Application for Admission form. Your résumé should include your work experience, honors, awards, extracurricular activity, and community service.

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Tuition Fee

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International

41800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41800 USD per year during 36 months.
National

41800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41800 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

41800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41800 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Lynchburg

942 - 1540 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Lynchburg

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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