J.D.
NYLS鈥檚 86-credit J.D. Program systematically integrates theory and practice. Fusing these perspectives gives our graduates an extraordinarily rich and strong basis on which to build a productive, responsible, and rewarding life in the legal profession.
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Students may choose from two primary course sequences: the three-year, full-time Day Division and the four-year, part-time Evening Division. NYLS also offers joint-degree programs, in conjunction with other educational institutions. Explore these and other pathways for J.D. applicants.
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Curriculum and Requirements
NYLS鈥檚 J.D. Program is demanding yet flexible, providing the high-caliber foundational education all lawyers need while allowing plentiful opportunities for students to follow their interests, find their focus, and gain skills in a rapidly growing area of law.
Office of Academic Planning and Career Development
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