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Two-Year International Juris Doctor (J.D.)

The University of Akron (UA)

Akron campus — Akron, Ohio, United States

Study Level
Doctorate / PhD · Doctoral / PhD
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
August 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 28,535
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The University of Akron School of Law is proud to offer an accelerated two-year Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree program for students and practicing lawyers with a foreign law degree. The Two-year International J.D. Program enables applicants who have earned a first degree in law outside of the United States to: Transfer up to 29 credits from a qualified foreign law degree program toward a J.D. degree at Akron Law. This means that enter our J.D. program with advanced standing and need only 59 credits (the equivalent of four semesters, or two years, of full-time study) to obtain a J.D. degree. Gain admission without taking the LSAT or GRE examination. Sit for the bar examination in all 50 American states. By contrast, an LL.M. degree allows access to the bar exam in just a handful of states. Study on a beautiful and safe campus in a vibrant city known for its hospitality, affordability and many attractions. Be in close proximity to many large U.S. cities. Akron is a 40-minute drive from Cleveland, two hours from Pittsburgh, and 2.5 hours from Columbus. Short, direct flights are readily available to New York City, Washington D.C., Chicago, Atlanta and the major cities in Florida.
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Credential
Doctoral / PhD
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 28,535
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
August 2027, August 2028, August 2029
Application deadline
15 March 2027
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Akron campus

Akron, Ohio, United States

302 E Buchtel Avenue

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

The University of Akron (UA), founded in 1870 as Buchtel College, is a public research university in Akron, Ohio. Serving over 15,000 students from across the U.S. and 70+ countries, UA is recognized for its strong academic programs and innovation. The University attracts students from a variety of backgrounds and geographical locations, with fall semester representation totaling 14,813 students from Ohio, around the U.S., and 70 foreign countries. UA offers a wide variety of in-demand undergraduate and graduate programs, including many that are recognized nationally for their excellence. Loca...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.