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The Juris Doctor program delivers comprehensive legal training and professional competencies for careers in law, business, or government sectors. This degree prepares graduates to sit for the bar examination in all U.S. jurisdictions.
By examining appellate rulings, engaging with complex legal texts, participating in simulations, and gaining practical experience, students develop the ability to critically evaluate, understand, and implement legal principles to serve their future clients' varied needs. The curriculum also emphasizes mastery of legal research techniques, persuasive writing, courtroom advocacy, and other fundamental lawyering skills.
Ranked among America's top 50 law schools for public service programs and clinical education, the College of Law provides exceptional experiential learning through client representation. Students gain practical expertise via externship placements, an extensive pro bono initiative, and the institution's nine specialized legal clinics.