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    Master of Jurisprudence (MJ)

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    Seattle, USMJIn-person9 months
    $36,135.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    45
    Cohort
    students
    45
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a 45-credit, 9-month, in-person MJ program based in Seattle, US. Tuition is $36,135.

    About the program

    The program provides non-lawyers with knowledge of American law through foundation courses, elective concentrations in areas like employment law, health law, and technology law, and a major independent research paper. Students can customize their studies and participate in externships.

    Focus: both
    US News #50 (Law School)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE, GMAT, and LSAT are accepted but not required.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min The GRE, GMAT, and LSAT are accepted but not required.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum scores: TOEFL 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum scores: IELTS 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,199.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $36,135 across 45 required credits.
    Is Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus take to complete?
    Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is structured around 9 months and 45 credits.
    How large is the Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cohort?
    Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus typically enrolls around 45 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) at University of Washington-Seattle Campus: 12 months OPT (US)