Program Overview
The Graduate Pathway in Law (JD) at Saint Louis University is a Pre-Master programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Law (JD) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 32,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Law (JD) programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Graduate Study I (Pathway students only)
- Academic English for International Graduate Students I (Pathway students only)
- Speaking, Writing and Reading English Lab I (Pathway students only)
- Pro-Seminar in US Legal Studies (Pathway students only)
- LSAT Test Preparation (Pathway students only)
- Introduction to Graduate Study II (Pathway students only)
- Academic English for International Graduate Students II (Pathway students only)
- Speaking, Writing and Reading English Lab II (Pathway students only)
- Introduction to US Law: Legal Research and Writing (Pathway students only)
- Want to study for a graduate degree in the United States
- Need to improve English language skills
- Have lower GPAs than required of direct-entry
- Desire additional academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed during the first year at a US university
- Any or all of the above
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- First degree in law adequate for Bar qualification in home country (LL.B or equivalent)
- Recommended GPA 3.0 on 4.0 scale
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Current resume
- Statement of purpose
- Character and fitness questionaire
- TOEFL iBT 90 OR
- IELTS 7.0 OR
- Completion of Academic English Level 6 AND
- SLU Writing Examination 3+ and PBT 577
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 32,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 32,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Saint Louis University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Saint Louis University
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months