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Juris Doctor

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Driven by law, ready for practice

The Juris Doctor degree equips you with a broad legal education and professional skills for a career in law, business or public service. As a graduate of this program, you’ll be qualified to take the bar exam anywhere in the United States.

Through the study of appellate court decisions, advanced readings, simulations and real-world practice, you will learn to analyze, interpret and apply the law to meet the diverse legal needs of your future clients. Students also receive intensive training in legal research, writing, oral argument and other skills essential to the practice of law.

The College of Law offers valuable practical experiences representing real clients. Students learn hands-on through externships, a rigorous pro bono program and the college’s nine legal clinics.

Highlights of this degree include:

  • Innovative second and third year in Boise
  • Nationally recognized experiential clinics, semester in practice, and externship programs
  • Small student body that promotes excellent faculty relationships and engagement
Overview
College:
College of Law
Duration:
3 years, 90 credits
Locations:
Moscow, Boise

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Degree fit

This program could be a good fit if you:

  • Are interested in finance, investing, or market strategy
  • Want hands-on experience managing portfolios and analyzing risk
  • Hope to pursue a career in trading, asset management or financial services
  • Want to build practical skills using real financial tools
Career outcomes

Current job openings

1,601 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HI

Potential careers and starting salaries

  • Postsecondary Law Teachers
    $48,689
  • Lawyers
    $62,873
  • Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
    $102,546
  • Judicial Law Clerks
    $49,687
  • Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers
    $72,086
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities

Hands-on learning

Students in the special education program have many opportunities for hands-on training in the Center on Disabilities and Human Development. About 20 students are enrolled in the program each year. The small size allows them to form strong interpersonal bonds with faculty as well as one another.

You will also have opportunities to participate in interdepartmental studies, become involved in community-based programs and network with professionals in special education and other disciplines.

Internships

Upon completion of your coursework, you will be required to take certification exams by the state in which you will work. You also will complete a one semester internship experience in a classroom environment, where you will learn alongside experienced teachers. You also will receive personal mentorship from our leading education faculty.

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

Applicants for the M.Ed. in special education must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Education level: Bachelor's
  • GPA: 3.0
  • GRE: No
  • TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
  • Number of references: 1
  • Other requirements: No

Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.

Note: Due to the nature of this program, immigration regulations prohibit students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa admission to this program. Other visa categories may be eligible to study in the U.S. Contact the International Programs Office for rules governing enrollment while in the U.S. prior to application submission.

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