Juris Doctor

University of Idaho

The Juris Doctor degree provides the broad legal education and professional skills for a career in law, business or public service. Graduates of this program are 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.Listed in the nation's top 50 law schools for public interest and clinical opportunities, 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.