Juris Doctor

The Juris Doctor (JD) is a professional doctorate and first professional graduate degree in law and allows individuals to take the bar exam in all 50 states. The JD program at the University of Illinois is full-time for three years of study. The 3-year JD program at Illinois Law provides students with a first-rate legal education. The curriculum is timely and robust, exposing students to a healthy blend of doctrinal law, theoretical perspectives, and real-world skills.