Overview

The SJD in Corporate Law at Widener University is designed for exceptional candidates who possess an LLM in corporate law or health law, or a related field and wish to pursue advanced study, research and writing. Candidates to the SJD program must have earned an LLM from a U.S. law school accredited by the American Bar Association, or from a non-U.S. Law School with equivalent standards and degree requirements.

Curriculum requirements

An SJD candidate must be a full-time student in residence at Delaware Law School for two academic years. SJD candidates must complete 23 credits the first year, 14 credits the second year, and 6 credits in the third year of the program for a total of 43 credits for graduation. After two years, students who successfully complete their residency requirements are not required to be full-time students, unless they are residing in the U.S. on a student visa. Students may continue their research away from the law school for a period up to one year. Attendance at classes, programs, or conferences relating to the candidate's research may be recommended or required by Dissertation Supervisor.

The SJD candidate must correspond regularly with his/her Dissertation Supervisor (e.g., several times per semester but no less than 3 communications) to discuss the student's progress and future steps in the research process. The candidate should periodically submit written drafts to the Dissertation Supervisor for review, comment, and revision.

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Programme Structure

During the first year, students are expected to:

Complete and submit to his/her Dissertation Supervisor a revised research proposal and a bibliography that substantially builds on the initial proposal submitted with the student’s application;
Complete a specially designated 3 credit writing course offered in the first semester; followed by 2 credits in the next semester for a total of 5 credits;
Enroll in a 3-credit colloquium course in the first semester; followed by a second, advanced, 3-credit colloquium course in the next semester for a total of 6 credits;
Enroll in 6 credits of SJD Dissertation Research in the first semester; followed by 4 credits of SJD Dissertation Research in the next semester for a total of 10 credits; and
Enroll in 2 credits of SJD Dissertation Research in the summer semester.
Total first year credits: 23

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

43 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Civil & Private Law Business Law Legal Studies View 38 other PhDs in Business 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).
$60 Application Fee.
Academic Records
Letters of Recommendation - Candidates shall submit two letters of recommendation from law professors, employers, or other persons familiar with the applicant’s academic and professional qualifications.
Personal Statement - Candidates shall submit an essay explaining why they are seeking the SJD degree from Delaware Law and how this degree will advance their professional objectives. This essay may include reference to a specific position that the applicant seeks to attain or to an area of law where the applicant plans to make a notable contribution. Please limit this essay to one single-spaced page.
Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
Dissertation Proposal
Proof of Competency in English

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Tuition Fee

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International

14183 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42550 USD for the full programme during 36 months.
National

14183 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42550 USD for the full programme during 36 months.
In-State

14183 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42550 USD for the full programme during 36 months.

Living costs for Chester

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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Curriculum requirements

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Programme Structure

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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

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Living costs for Chester

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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