Overview

The Juris Doctor JD degree from Westcliff University exposure to real world legal settings, practical experience, invaluable contacts with alumni and other practitioners will assist you in the transition to the job market and throughout your professional career.

Career opportunities:

Engaging in special areas such as the Business Law Center, Criminal Law Practice Center, Externships, Law Review, Moot Court, Mock Trial, or Negotiations will develop your practical lawyering skills and help you gain hands-on experience to enhance your professional profile. By earning a certificate in Family Law Practice, Real Estate Practice, Business Law, Criminal Law Studies or Immigration Law Practice, you can demonstrate extra preparation and focus in your area of specialty to potential employers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Contracts
Criminal Law
Torts
Evidence
Property

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-10-16 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-05 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

87 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Civil & Private Law Public Law Business Law View 61 other PhDs in Public Law 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

Application – We only accept electronic applications submitted through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).
Credential Assembly Service (CAS) & LSAT
Personal Statement – Although academic history and the LSAT score are very important in the application review process, the personal statement is a vital factor as well.
Transcripts
Letters of Recommendation
Resume

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Tuition Fee

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International

23925 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 825 USD per credit during 36 months.
National

23925 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 825 USD per credit during 36 months.
In-State

23925 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 825 USD per credit during 36 months.

Living costs for Irvine

1560 - 2585 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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Overview

Career opportunities:

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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

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Irvine

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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