Juridical Science
Washington, D. C., Washington, D.C., United States
The Juridical Science (SJD) degree at George Washington University is designed for candidates with an LLM who wish to conduct in-depth research and produce a substantial scholarly contribution to legal scholarship. The program emphasizes independent, book-length research culminating in a dissertation that can take the form of a monograph or a series of publishable articles, under the mentorship of experienced faculty members.
- Washington, D. C., Washington, D.C., United States
- 5 years
- On Campus
- ₹64,37,600/Year
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Program Overview
The Juridical Science (SJD) degree at George Washington University is designed for candidates with an LLM who wish to conduct in-depth research and produce a substantial scholarly contribution to legal scholarship. The program emphasizes independent, book-length research culminating in a dissertation that can take the form of a monograph or a series of publishable articles, under the mentorship of experienced faculty members.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2025-08-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Unknown
Programme Structure
Curriculum:Once admitted, the SJD candidate has three calendar years to submit a full draft of their dissertation and four calendar years to complete all SJD degree requirements, although candidates are encouraged to graduate sooner.Five years will be allowed in exceptional circumstances and when the candidate is making consistent progress towards the completion of the research and writing required in a dissertation, according to the requirements outlined in the SJD Program Handbook.A dissertation should be innovative and reflect the SJD candidate’s independent critical ability, arguments, and ideas.It is expected that students will review the scholarly literature on the topic, involving different theoretical perspectives and schools of thought.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, along with a JD and an LLM from AALS member or ABA-accredited law schools, both with excellent academic records. Exceptions may be made for the LLM requirement in special cases. Candidates must submit samples of their scholarly work, such as theses or articles, along with a detailed research proposal and a dissertation topic approved by a faculty member willing to serve as an adviser. An endorsement from a faculty member is required for admission.
Course Fees
₹64,37,600/Year
Annual Fee
5 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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