Joint Degrees

Stanford Law offers two types of joint degree—JD/Master's and JD/PhD—in 20 subject areas.

JD/Master's

Our JD/Master's programs are ideal for students who plan to practice law after graduation, though they may also be helpful for students interested in an academic career. Most JD/Master's degrees can be completed in three years, although several may take longer, depending on the specific master's degree.

JD/PhD

Students interested in an academic career—or those seeking greater depth in another discipline—may want to consider a JD/PhD. The length of time required for these degrees varies depending how long it takes to complete a dissertation, but under Stanford Law's innovative programs, the typical JD/PhD can be completed in anywhere from 18 months to two years less time than required anywhere else. More important, a Stanford JD/PhD can be completed at one–third the cost of a similar joint degree anywhere else.

Established Joint Degrees