MJ in Children’s Law and Policy
Advocating for children and families takes more than a good heart. You need a firm understanding of the law and an ability to function effectively in the legal system.
The Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) in Children's Law and Policy is a degree program tailored to help nonlegal professionals better serve children and families. Whether your field is social work or education, health care or law enforcement, a deeper knowledge of family law enables you to make a difference while it prepares you for a leadership position.
Our Commitment to You
Upon graduation with an MJ in Children's Law and Policy from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values necessary to advocate for children and families:
By The Numbers
200+
Program Graduates are Working on Behalf of Children Around the US and the Globe
12
Family Law, Including Children's Law is one of the "12 Hottest Practice Specialties of the Future," According to the National Jurist
#1
In Child Law, According to Law Street Media's 2015 Specialty Rankings
Curriculum
The online MJ program is designed to be completed in 2 calendar years by taking 4 to 6 credits in each of 6 consecutive terms (including summers). In terms 3-5, you will complete six elective courses of your choosing. View core curriculum here..
Degree Requirements
To earn your degree, you must complete 30 credit hours of coursework, including the Capstone Project. Visit our Registrar for a complete list of degree requirements, academic calendars, and registration process. You may access full course descriptions through our student information system through guest access.
Admission
To apply to the program, you must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent.
- AUGUST 1: Fall Term Application Deadline
- DECEMBER 1: Spring Term Application Deadline
Outcomes

Cindy Blackstock
Alumni
“I was confronted by the limitations of my own knowledge and realized I could do more with a legal education.”

Diane Geraghty
CL LLM; CL MJ Faculty
“Over the years, Loyola has played a key role in transforming children’s law and policy into a robust and well-respected area of professional specialization.”

Lauren Zbyszinski
Student
“Each faculty member is a child advocacy specialist who is skilled at articulating coursework content and takes the time to support each student’s learning.”
Tuition and Fees
The School of Law and Loyola's Office of Student Financial Assistance are committed to helping students secure the necessary financial resources to make their legal education at Loyola affordable.
To learn more about state and international authorization of programs, please refer to our State and International Authorization page. To learn more about the accreditation of Loyola University Chicago and its schools, as well as information about professional licensure, visit our Accreditation page.
FAQs
Advocating for children and families takes more than a good heart. You need a firm understanding of the law and an ability to function effectively in the legal system.
The Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) in Children's Law and Policy is a degree program tailored to help nonlegal professionals better serve children and families. Whether your field is social work or education, health care or law enforcement, a deeper knowledge of family law enables you to make a difference while it prepares you for a leadership position.
Our Commitment to You
Upon graduation with an MJ in Children's Law and Policy from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values necessary to advocate for children and families:
Curriculum
The online MJ program is designed to be completed in 2 calendar years by taking 4 to 6 credits in each of 6 consecutive terms (including summers). In terms 3-5, you will complete six elective courses of your choosing. View core curriculum here..
Degree Requirements
To earn your degree, you must complete 30 credit hours of coursework, including the Capstone Project. Visit our Registrar for a complete list of degree requirements, academic calendars, and registration process. You may access full course descriptions through our student information system through guest access.
Admission
To apply to the program, you must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent.
- AUGUST 1: Fall Term Application Deadline
- DECEMBER 1: Spring Term Application Deadline
Tuition and Fees
The School of Law and Loyola's Office of Student Financial Assistance are committed to helping students secure the necessary financial resources to make their legal education at Loyola affordable.
To learn more about state and international authorization of programs, please refer to our State and International Authorization page. To learn more about the accreditation of Loyola University Chicago and its schools, as well as information about professional licensure, visit our Accreditation page.