SJD in International and Comparative Law
As the legal profession becomes more globally focused, academic research is a powerful and compelling instrument for forging social change and transforming how justice and the rule of law can be realized throughout the world. Comprehensive study in international and comparative law allows scholars to make original and substantial contributions to mitigating and solving critical issues that permeate all societies.
The Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) is the highest degree in law. Loyola University Chicago School of Law's SJD Program in International and Comparative Law is a highly selective postgraduate program primarily for students who have graduated from the School of Law's current LLM degree programs. The SJD is designed for students aspiring to be legal academics who wish to pursue sustained independent study, research, and writing. Students will conduct academic research in a particular area of international and comparative law and complete a doctoral dissertation.
SJD candidates work under the supervision and guidance of School of Law faculty members, the Advisory Committee, and the SJD Committee.
Our Commitment to you
Upon graduation with an SJD from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values:
Curriculum
The curriculum of the SJD is tailored to the background of each candidate and entirely depends on the research topic(s) and field(s) of law chosen. All students must complete five components of study, research, writing, and final examinations:
Admission
To be eligible for admission, you must have a first law degree (Juris Doctor or equivalent) and an LLM Degree from Loyola University Chicago.
- APRIL 1: Fall Application Deadline
- SEPTEMBER 1: Spring 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.
As the legal profession becomes more globally focused, academic research is a powerful and compelling instrument for forging social change and transforming how justice and the rule of law can be realized throughout the world. Comprehensive study in international and comparative law allows scholars to make original and substantial contributions to mitigating and solving critical issues that permeate all societies.
The Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) is the highest degree in law. Loyola University Chicago School of Law's SJD Program in International and Comparative Law is a highly selective postgraduate program primarily for students who have graduated from the School of Law's current LLM degree programs. The SJD is designed for students aspiring to be legal academics who wish to pursue sustained independent study, research, and writing. Students will conduct academic research in a particular area of international and comparative law and complete a doctoral dissertation.
SJD candidates work under the supervision and guidance of School of Law faculty members, the Advisory Committee, and the SJD Committee.
Our Commitment to you
Upon graduation with an SJD from Loyola, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values:
Curriculum
The curriculum of the SJD is tailored to the background of each candidate and entirely depends on the research topic(s) and field(s) of law chosen. All students must complete five components of study, research, writing, and final examinations:
Admission
To be eligible for admission, you must have a first law degree (Juris Doctor or equivalent) and an LLM Degree from Loyola University Chicago.
- APRIL 1: Fall Application Deadline
- SEPTEMBER 1: Spring Application Deadline