Overview
Learning Outcomes
Each student graduating with a J.D. from Emory University School of Law must have demonstrated:
- Knowledge and understanding of substantive and procedural law.
- Legal analysis and reasoning, legal research, problem-solving, and written and oral communication in the legal context.
- Exercise of proper professional and ethical responsibilities to clients and the legal system.
- Other professional skills needed for competent and ethical participation as a member of the legal profession.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- Year 1 - Get a sound introduction to the central role of legislatures and administrative agencies in your Legislation and Regulation course. Then find your passion as you explore an area of interest with an elective course of your choice.
- Year 2 - You'll have our full support as you begin to define your practice area, work setting, and geographic location. To enhance your exploration year, you'll complete a one-week immersion in an advocacy program and a summer internship or clerkship.
- Year 3 - Continue to sharpen your skills with practice-oriented coursework and hands-on experiences. Mentoring opportunities under the coaching of a dedicated 3L Career Center advisor will help you focus on your exciting future ahead.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Criminal Law Civil & Private Law Legal Studies View 33 other PhDs in Civil & Private Law in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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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Other requirements
General requirements
- Emory Law’s electronic application is available through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) electronic application.
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- A complete CAS report consists of all undergraduate transcripts and at least one reportable LSAT score.
- Personal Statement
- Application Fee
- Applicants are required to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), administered by Law Services of Newtown, PA, and to use the Candidate Assembly Service (CAS) provided by Law Services, which submits an unofficial college transcript, letters of recommendation, and LSAT score to Emory Law.
Tuition Fee
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International
67480 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 67480 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
67480 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 67480 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
67480 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 67480 USD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Atlanta
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