Seattle,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Law in Seattle United States | University of Washington
University of Washington
|
Seattle United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,707
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Law Ph.D. program equips graduates for influential roles worldwide in judicial systems, academic institutions, corporate sectors, and public administration. Established in 1966, this prestigious program enables a carefully chosen group of diverse scholars to achieve their utmost professional ambitions. As a leading hub for cross-disciplinary legal education, UW Law emphasizes international perspectives and creative methods for incorporating legal research across humanities, social sciences, medical fields, business sectors, technological domains, and environmental governance. This doctoral curriculum delivers comprehensive training in research techniques, legal philosophy, policy analysis, thesis development, and offers extensive elective options from both the law school and university research departments. Students benefit from personalized mentorship by distinguished faculty members throughout their academic journey.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Entry to the Ph.D. program requires an LL.M. degree in law. Most of our Ph.D. applicants have completed an LL.M. degree at the University of Washington School of Law. However, we do welcome applications from individuals with equivalent academic standing and a demonstrated capacity for advanced research and writing. The LL.M. degree may be counted toward the credit necessary for the Ph.D. program.
English Proficiency:
The Graduate School is temporarily accepting official test scores for both the Duolingo English Test and the TOEFL ITP Plus For China to assist international students with remote testing options. This policy is currently in effect through the autumn 2021 admission cycle (i.e., students enrolling in autumn 2021).
TOEFL iBT - Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 80; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 92 or higher
TOEFL pBT - Minimum Required Score: 500
Duolingo: Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 105; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 120 or higher
IELTS: Minimum Required Score 6.5
Tuition
USD
31,707