Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027 – Apply before Dec 2026
- Starting August 2027 – Apply before Jul 2027
Language
English
Credits
87 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Irvine, United States
Disciplines
Civil & Private Law, Public Law, Business Law
Overview
The Juris Doctor JD degree from Westcliff University provides exposure to real world legal settings, practical experience, and invaluable contacts with alumni and other practitioners, and will assist you in the transition to the job market and throughout your professional career.
Career opportunities
Engaging in special areas such as the Business Law Center, Criminal Law Practice Center, Externships, Law Review, Moot Court, Mock Trial, or Negotiations will develop your practical lawyering skills and help you gain hands-on experience to enhance your professional profile. By earning a certificate in Family Law Practice, Real Estate Practice, Business Law, Criminal Law Studies or Immigration Law Practice, you can demonstrate extra preparation and focus in your area of specialty to potential employers.
Programme Structure
Courses include
- Contracts
- Criminal Law
- Torts
- Evidence
- Property
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GRE: 147 (verbal), 149 (quantitative), 3.5 (analytical)
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6
Other requirements
- Application – We only accept electronic applications submitted through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).
- Credential Assembly Service (CAS) & LSAT
- Personal Statement – Although academic history and the LSAT score are very important in the application review process, the personal statement is a vital factor as well.
- Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Resume
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
- International: 73,826 AUD / year (≈ 52,480 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 73,826 AUD / year (≈ 52,480 USD / year)
- Domestic In-State: 73,826 AUD / year (≈ 52,480 USD / year)
Living costs
Irvine, United States: 2,195–3,636 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available. See the programme website for more information.
