Law | Business law and entrepreneurship emphasis
Juris Doctor
Good lawyering for good business
Gone are the days when a firm handshake was all you needed. Today’s business agreements involve complicated negotiations and contracts that demand a sophisticated understanding of the law.
In this program, you will study laws that govern business, commerce and consumer transactions. You will not only learn about the technical aspects of business law, but you will also form an understanding of how businesses work. Explore topics in contracts, negotiations, sales, bankruptcy, real estate, consumer law, taxation and more.
Listed among the nation's top 50 law schools for public interest and clinical opportunities, the college offers valuable practical experiences representing real clients. Learn business law through externships, a rigorous pro bono program and clinics — like the Small Business Legal Clinic and the Family Justice Clinic.
Students in this area of emphasis have the option to study in Moscow or Boise.
Overview
Shape the future of law in business
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Hold an undergraduate degree
- Are interested in business
- Want to practice law in an urban environment
- Have solid skills in negotiation, project management and communication
- Have a strong academic background
- Can think critically and analytically about complex problems
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,905 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Postsecondary Law Teachers
$82,691 - Lawyers
$130,719 - Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
$143,183 - Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers
$97,079 - Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
$113,831
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, be sure to complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead — estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
- Live client clinics
- Externship program
- Pro bono program
Student organizations
- Multicultural Law Student Association
- Federalist Society
- American Civil Liberties Union
- Board of Student Advocates (Moot Court and Mock Trial)
- Business Law Society
Internships
- Idaho Legal Aid Services
- Ada County Prosecutor’s Office
- Holland & Hart LLP
- Stoel Rives LLP
- St. Lukes Health Systems
Application information
University of Idaho College of Law requires electronic applications via the LSAC Online Services website. The application is available after Labor Day each year.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Law admissions website.