At DePaul Law, your legal education begins with a strong foundation and expands as your interests, skills and goals develop. Through rigorous coursework, first-year legal writing, hands-on practical training and real-world learning opportunities, you’ll build the judgment, confidence and adaptability to address the challenges lawyers face in practice, from complex negotiations to persuasive courtroom advocacy.
As part of our comprehensive JD curriculum, you can further specialize your legal studies by pursuing a JD certificate or joint degree program, or by tailoring your studies with one of our Areas of Concentration. Whichever option you choose, DePaul Law ensures you're equipped for success.
JD Certificate Programs
Designed to complement the JD degree, our nine JD certificate programs enhance your legal studies by deepening your legal knowledge and broadening your career prospects in specific areas of law.
Areas of Concentration
Offering advanced legal education and training, our seven Areas of Concentration build on the traditional strengths of the law school and provide you with myriad professional opportunities in growing fields of practice.
Joint Degree Programs
Expand your skill set and learn to tackle complex, interdisciplinary challenges by completing a joint degree program in a field that complements your JD, opening doors to diverse career opportunities.