Overview

The Law Bachelor's/JD programme at Georgia State University offers a unique accelerated pathway for students to earn both their undergraduate degree and a Juris Doctor in just six years. This intensive track is specifically designed for members of the Honors College who enter their university studies with significant prior credits. By integrating these two levels of study, the institution provides a streamlined route into the legal profession.

Why Law at Georgia State University?

Students benefit from the professional resources of a major research university located in the legal hub of downtown Atlanta. The programme is recognised for its exceptional value, allowing participants to pay undergraduate tuition rates during their first year of law school. Learners build strong professional bonds with expert faculty and gain access to an extensive network of alumni, mentors, and local legal organisations. The curriculum is designed to boost career prospects through high-impact learning and institutional prestige.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 15420 per semester
National fee: USD 15000 per semester
Local fee: USD 4590 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Law
Research Methods
Directed Reading
Honors Thesis
Social Change Leadership

Careers with Law

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the legal sector and beyond. The programme's location provides direct access to internships and externships in government agencies, private firms, and corporate legal departments. By completing a highly regarded J.D. alongside their bachelor's degree, students are well-positioned for competitive positions in the Atlanta legal market and nationally. The university's career services and alumni connections further support transitions into professional practice, judicial clerkships, or public policy roles.

Programme Structure

Structure:

Credits earned during the first year of law school can fulfill your upper-level and residency requirements for the bachelor’s degree, provided you’ve finished all requirements for your undergraduate major except for electives.
You’ll receive your bachelor’s degree when you successfully complete all first-year law courses, normally at the end of your fourth year.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

150 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Legal Studies View 306 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

If you’re a senior in high school or if you graduated from high school within the last two years, you’ll apply to begin your bachelor’s degree program using Georgia State’s Common Application.
Submit ACT or SAT scores electronically
Submit proof of English proficiency
Submit official high school transcripts (international first-year students only)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30840 USD / year

≈ 30840 USD / year
Out-of-State

30000 USD / year

≈ 30000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9180 USD / year

≈ 9180 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Atlanta

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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