Program Overview

Law (Two Year) JD

School of Law

Program Description

The School of Law at the University at Buffalo, is one of only a few law schools located on an international border. We offer a myriad of cross-border learning opportunities, including a cross-border legal studies concentration. The Advanced Standing two-year JD for internationally trained lawyers is intended for students who already hold a law degree from a jurisdiction outside the United States, would like to earn a Juris Doctor degree from the University at Buffalo School of Law, and wants to take the New York State Bar.

Instruction Method

• In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

• Full Time

Credits Required

• 60 Hours

Time-to-Degree

• 2 Years

Application Fee

• $85

Special Requirements

• Need to have already completed a first degree in law, such as an LLB, a Licenciado, etc.

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).