Pittsburgh,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor / Master of Divinity in Pittsburgh United States | Duquesne University
Duquesne University
|
Pittsburgh United States
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Qualification
Combined Graduate / Doctoral Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
54,374
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Duquesne University's Thomas R. Kline School of Law has partnered with Pittsburgh Theological Seminary to create a combined program awarding both Juris Doctor and Master of Divinity degrees. Rooted in Judeo-Christian principles, this initiative recognizes the deep connection between justice, legal systems, and spiritual service. Many ministerial activities naturally intersect with legal processes. Through this accelerated pathway, students can complete both degrees in five years of graduate study rather than the standard six. The curriculum delivers comprehensive training in both theological and legal disciplines, with cross-counted electives between the two institutions. Applicants must initiate their studies at Duquesne's law school before nearing completion of their divinity master's requirements.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
All candidates for admission must be graduates of an accredited college or university before registration at the School of Law.
One letter of recommendation is required for each applicant. Two additional letters may be submitted for consideration. A recommendation should be submitted by a professor familiar with the applicant's academic work. Applicants who have been out of school for some time may submit a letter from an employer. Submitting letters of recommendation from family members or friends is strongly discouraged.
Letters of recommendation must be submitted through the CAS letter of recommendation service.
Personal Statement - A one to two page typed essay must be submitted. There is no required topic, but applicants should view the personal statement as an opportunity to provide the Admissions Committee with more information about themselves beyond their transcripts and LSAT scores.
The Admissions Committee will generally consider a total TOEFL score of 100 or IELTS of 7.5 to be minimally acceptable.
A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
One letter of recommendation is required for each applicant. Two additional letters may be submitted for consideration. A recommendation should be submitted by a professor familiar with the applicant's academic work. Applicants who have been out of school for some time may submit a letter from an employer. Submitting letters of recommendation from family members or friends is strongly discouraged.
Letters of recommendation must be submitted through the CAS letter of recommendation service.
Personal Statement - A one to two page typed essay must be submitted. There is no required topic, but applicants should view the personal statement as an opportunity to provide the Admissions Committee with more information about themselves beyond their transcripts and LSAT scores.
The Admissions Committee will generally consider a total TOEFL score of 100 or IELTS of 7.5 to be minimally acceptable.
A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Tuition
USD
54,374