Dartmouth,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor (Law) in Dartmouth United States | University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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Dartmouth United States
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Qualification
Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
41,649
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
As a law student, youll master essential legal skills, learn the fundamentals of statutory and case law, and explore new and emerging areas of practice. Your preparation begins with our simulation-based Legal Skills sequence of courses and culminates in real-world clinic, internship, and pro bono opportunities.
You'll develop a professional identity, becoming familiar with the practice of law as you improve your skills in interviewing and counseling, case planning, direct representation, and dealing with ethical issues that arise in practice.
The integration of knowledge, theory, ethics, and skills will prepare you to thrive in the changing legal profession.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Have earned a bachelor's degree from an institution that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education.
Either an LSAT or GRE score is required for all JD applicants. A valid reportable score must be received directly from LSAC or ETS. Scores more than 5 years old are not acceptable for admission consideration. Applicants must submit all GRE test scores directly to UMass Law. UMass Law's ETS code is 3392. For applicants taking both the LSAT and GRE, the LSAT remains the primary admissions test and is the principal score used in the admission decision. UMass Law's LSAT code is 5195.
Register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS).
Official transcripts of an applicant's undergraduate, graduate, and professional schoolwork must be submitted to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), which will analyze the transcripts and provide copies to UMass Law as part of the CAS Report.
Letters of recommendation
You must submit two letters of recommendation
Resume and personal statement
You are also required to submit a resume and a brief (2-3 pages) typed personal statement explaining your reasons for wishing to study law.
We require a minimum score of 72 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.0 on the IELTS for entrance to any program and a minimum score of 79 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.5 on the IELTS for consideration for a teaching assistantship.
Either an LSAT or GRE score is required for all JD applicants. A valid reportable score must be received directly from LSAC or ETS. Scores more than 5 years old are not acceptable for admission consideration. Applicants must submit all GRE test scores directly to UMass Law. UMass Law's ETS code is 3392. For applicants taking both the LSAT and GRE, the LSAT remains the primary admissions test and is the principal score used in the admission decision. UMass Law's LSAT code is 5195.
Register with the Credential Assembly Service (CAS).
Official transcripts of an applicant's undergraduate, graduate, and professional schoolwork must be submitted to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), which will analyze the transcripts and provide copies to UMass Law as part of the CAS Report.
Letters of recommendation
You must submit two letters of recommendation
Resume and personal statement
You are also required to submit a resume and a brief (2-3 pages) typed personal statement explaining your reasons for wishing to study law.
We require a minimum score of 72 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.0 on the IELTS for entrance to any program and a minimum score of 79 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.5 on the IELTS for consideration for a teaching assistantship.
Tuition
USD
41,649