Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Degree must be completed within 7 years
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Oct 2026, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Mar 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
Language
English
Duolingo English Test: 105
TOEFL iBT: 80
PTE Academic: 51
IELTS: 6.5
Credits
90 SCH
90-92
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Lynchburg, United States
Disciplines
- Legal Studies
Overview
The Juris Doctor J.D program from Liberty University allows you to customize your experience through multiple Concentrations and Dual Degree program options.
Let us equip you with the knowledge, skills, and professional values through which every lawyer must be grounded. Our courses, consistent with the rule of law, adhere to the perspective that shaped the Western legal tradition. Get prepared for success in the study of law and the practice of law. Visit the programme website for more information
Key facts:
- Foundational legal subjects
- Legal writing skills
- Analysis of legal issues from a distinctively Christian worldview
- Oral advocacy and communication skills required for legal practice
- Analysis and resolution of legal issues
- Professional behavior grounded in the biblical worldview in accordance with accepted legal standards
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contracts
- Torts
- Property
- Civil Procedure
- Lawyering Skills
- Constitutional Law
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 105
TOEFL iBT: 80
PTE Academic: 51
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- To be admitted to Liberty’s J.D. program, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree from an institution that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education.
- One letter of recommendation is required, addressing your academic performance and abilities, preferably from a faculty advisor or professor in your major field of study. If you have been out of school for several years or have served in the military, a letter from an employer or commanding officer is appropriate.
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a current résumé with the Application for Admission form. Your résumé should include your work experience, honors, awards, extracurricular activity, and community service.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International / Non-residents: 60,701 AUD / year (≈ 43,150 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 60,701 AUD / year (≈ 43,150 USD / year)
- Domestic / In-State: 60,701 AUD / year (≈ 43,150 USD / year)
Living costs
Lynchburg, United States: 1,325-2,166 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.