Washington D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor - Legal Profession and Professional Ethics in Washington United States | Georgetown University
Georgetown University
|
Washington United States
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
79,672
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Georgetown Law boasts a distinguished history in legal ethics education and research. Faculty members explore diverse areas including the unique responsibilities of criminal defense lawyers, ethical considerations for tax attorneys regarding tax avoidance strategies, structural shifts within the legal field and law firm operations, and how emerging technologies influence legal service delivery. Beyond the core Professional Responsibility curriculum, the institution provides specialized courses covering tax law ethics, law firm management, and public interest practice standards. Through clinics, practicums, and externship programs, students apply ethical principles in real-world settings. Graduates leave Georgetown Law equipped with comprehensive legal knowledge and insights into evolving professional dynamics, emerging issues, and innovative possibilities within the legal sector.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Resume - Your resume should describe your work experience, extracurricular or volunteer activities, academic institutions attended, and any academic honors or awards. There is no page limit, though we recommend a one-to-two-page resume.
Transcript - All applicants must register with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS) in order to transmit academic transcripts to Georgetown Law. Transcripts from all schools attended must be sent to LSAC directly from the institution.
LSAT, GRE, or GMAT Score - All applicants are required to submit an LSAT, GRE, or GMAT score received within the last five years.
Letter of Recommendation - Georgetown Law requires only one letter of recommendation, but additional letters or evaluations are welcome.
Personal Statement - Georgetown Law does not have a minimum or maximum length for the personal statement, though we recommend around two pages double-spaced.
A minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based or 80 internet based, or an IELTS of at least 7.0
Transcript - All applicants must register with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS) in order to transmit academic transcripts to Georgetown Law. Transcripts from all schools attended must be sent to LSAC directly from the institution.
LSAT, GRE, or GMAT Score - All applicants are required to submit an LSAT, GRE, or GMAT score received within the last five years.
Letter of Recommendation - Georgetown Law requires only one letter of recommendation, but additional letters or evaluations are welcome.
Personal Statement - Georgetown Law does not have a minimum or maximum length for the personal statement, though we recommend around two pages double-spaced.
A minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based or 80 internet based, or an IELTS of at least 7.0
Tuition
USD
79,672