Indianapolis,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Juridical Science in Indianapolis United States | Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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Indianapolis United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
36,528
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) represents the highest academic qualification in legal studies, tailored for those pursuing careers in legal education. This advanced degree significantly enhances your prospects for securing faculty positions at universities.
McKinney's S.J.D. program maintains rigorous admission standards, accepting only exceptional candidates. Applicants should demonstrate serious commitment, as admission typically requires completion of an LL.M. thesis from an A.B.A.-accredited law school. The program follows a research-intensive model without a fixed course structure. Candidates must produce an original, publication-worthy dissertation that advances knowledge in their chosen legal field.
The standard completion time for an S.J.D. is three years, with a maximum five-year window from admission to successfully defend your dissertation.
Upon graduation, your research will be accessible through Indiana University's ScholarWorks platform, providing global exposure to legal professionals and academics.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the S.J.D. program at the McKinney School of Law is highly selective and limited to a small number of candidates. To be eligible, you must:
Hold a J.D. or LL.B. degree (minimum GPA of 3.0/B or the equivalent)
Hold a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school (minimum GPA of 3.0/B or the equivalent). *
Have a high level of English proficiency (TOEFL of 100+ or IELTS of 7.5+), if English is not your native language.
Submit a detailed and comprehensive dissertation proposal. You must demonstrate that the dissertation will constitute an original and substantial contribution, of publishable quality, to legal scholarship.
Have prior written work of high quality (a thesis from a master's program is highly preferred).
TOEFL iBT of 79-99 or IELTS of 6.5-7.0 will take the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) placement test. Admitted students with Duolingo scores (min. accepted score - 110) will also be required to take the EAP placement test.
IELTS - 7.5
TOEFL iBT - 100
Hold a J.D. or LL.B. degree (minimum GPA of 3.0/B or the equivalent)
Hold a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school (minimum GPA of 3.0/B or the equivalent). *
Have a high level of English proficiency (TOEFL of 100+ or IELTS of 7.5+), if English is not your native language.
Submit a detailed and comprehensive dissertation proposal. You must demonstrate that the dissertation will constitute an original and substantial contribution, of publishable quality, to legal scholarship.
Have prior written work of high quality (a thesis from a master's program is highly preferred).
TOEFL iBT of 79-99 or IELTS of 6.5-7.0 will take the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) placement test. Admitted students with Duolingo scores (min. accepted score - 110) will also be required to take the EAP placement test.
IELTS - 7.5
TOEFL iBT - 100
Tuition
USD
36,528