JD Program
Juris Doctor
Mastering the law begins with a Juris Doctor degree.
The Juris Doctor degree is a cornerstone of the legal profession and is required to practice law in Florida. Our full-time and Flex JD programs have prepared thousands for significant careers.
Why JD Program at Stetson University?
At Stetson, you will gain the real experience needed to excel in your legal career from the nation's top-ranking law school for courtroom advocacy. You will be prepared through our rigorous academic curriculum, meaningful relationships with faculty and attorney mentors, and the responsibility you assume starting your first day of law school.
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"You go to Stetson, they (law firms) go, 'Oh, you're good. You're great. We'll hire you.'" The things that they teach you at Stetson, they really equip you to be in the courtroom and to be a great lawyer."
Kathryn Bonti, JD, 2019
Our program faculty includes award-winning teacher-scholars and accomplished professionals who bring years of experience in practice as well as diverse research expertise to the JD program. Whether you are interested in advancing or redirecting your career, our faculty will help you get there.
All students in the Juris Doctor (JD) degree program must meet the following Required Curriculum in addition to specific Area Requirements with the major area of study. Furthermore, there are additional requirements for students who intend to complete a Certificate of Concentration along with the Juris Doctor degree. The Juris Doctor (JD) degree is conferred upon candidates who have successfully fulfilled the requirements outlined in the sections below:
Stetson University College of Law Juris Doctor candidate must earn at least 88 credit hours during 6 semesters in law school residence. Additionally, each Juris Doctor candidate is required to complete the Professional Responsibility course, as well as, one course in the area of Administrative Law, a Code or Statutory Law course, 6 credits of Experiential Learning, and a Scholarly Research and Writing Project. The candidate must also obtain an overall cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 2.30 (for students who entering in or after Fall 2018) or at least 2.25 (for students who entered prior to Fall 2018), complete the pro bono/public service requirement, satisfy the 65 classroom credit-hour requirement, and be of good moral character, just to name a few.
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