Juris Doctor Program

3 Years On Campus Masters Program

Belmont University

Program Overview

The Juris Doctor program’s curriculum integrates legal analysis, practical legal skills, and professionalism in an approach in which each semester builds upon the prior semester. The first-year comprises of fundamental courses such as Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts & Sales, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Property and Torts. The second-year is comprised of expertise course work. The third-year is comprised of capstone electives. Students must successfully complete 90 credit hours to be awarded the Juris Doctor.

The unique aspect of Belmont Law’s curriculum is the Practicum offered in each semester. Through practicum work, students become proficient in the “practice” of law. Students receive instruction in all aspects of the practice of law such as legal writing, legal research, client interviewing and counseling, litigation, negotiation, and other specialized areas. Also, students must complete a rigorous writing requirement during the second-year or third-year to complete graduation requirements.

Program Key Stats

$27140 (Per Semester)
Aug Intake : 1st May


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Eligibility Criteria

3.0
4 Year

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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Lawyer

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