Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor with Certificate in Public Interest Law in Chicago United States | DePaul University
DePaul University
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Chicago United States
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Qualification
Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
50,339
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
As an attorney, you'll encounter distinct daily challenges, ranging from negotiating intricate contracts to effectively presenting arguments in court. That's precisely why DePaul College of Law provides foundational legal education combined with innovative practical training methods, equipping you to handle contemporary legal issues. Through both academic coursework and real-world experience, DePaul's thorough program readies you for a legal career and future professional growth.
To obtain a Public Interest Law Certificate, students must fulfill the standard 86-credit Juris Doctor requirements. This includes completing at least 15 credits from designated public interest law courses and meeting the Service in Public Interest Law obligation. Candidates must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in certificate courses. Should students exceed the 15-credit minimum, all additional course grades from the approved list will contribute to the certificate GPA calculation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants who have completed coursework or earned degrees from international institutions should submit their international transcripts through LSAC's Credential Assembly Service. This service is included in the standard Credential Assembly Service fee. International transcripts received will be sent to the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) where the transcript will be authenticated and analyzed. The data will be assembled into an International Credential Evaluation document that contains AACRAO's summary, copies of the transcripts (and translations, as necessary).
90 on the iBT, 577 on the PBT, 6.5 on the IELTS, 115 on the DuoLingo English Test.
90 on the iBT, 577 on the PBT, 6.5 on the IELTS, 115 on the DuoLingo English Test.
Tuition
USD
50,339