Program Overview

Master of Jurisprudence Program

The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law to respond to legal issues in their professional life. Students interested in careers with a law-related dimension will build a practical and marketable knowledge base of law, enhancing their qualifications in many different professional arenas.

About the M.J. Program

The M.J. program provides a competitive edge for entering the job market, changing career directions, or performing more effectively in their work. Whether you’re an undergraduate near graduation or a mid-level professional, the M.J. program offers a flexible curriculum that can be tailored to meet individual professional goals.

M.J. Areas of Focus

• China M.J.
• Employment and HR Law
• Environmental Regulation
• Health Law
• Indigenous Rights
• Individually Tailored
• IP Law
• Sustainable International Development
• Tax Law
• Technology Law

These areas reflect particular strengths within the UW School of Law, and students can tailor the curriculum to meet their individual professional goals.

Flexible Curriculum

The M.J. program has only four requirements: three required courses, along with a major research and writing project. Students are able to personalize their studies, and the M.J. program faculty and staff work with each student to create a customized plan of study. Students can also reach outside the law school to find relevant courses in other schools. For those working while in the M.J. program, the part-time option and morning or late afternoon courses allow students to balance career, study, and involvement in the law school community. Students can participate in experiential learning, taking advantage of the region’s many cutting-edge businesses or non-profits to complete an externship.

Distinguished Faculty

Students have access to some of the brightest minds in the world. Members of the faculty are distinguished scholars, leaders in their fields, respected practitioners, and dedicated educators. The faculty members are committed to inspired teaching and helping students reach their professional goals. Virtually all of the courses in the upper division curriculum are available to M.J. students, and the opportunity to learn from the entire law faculty.

Strong Connections and Networking

Along with fellow M.J.s, in most courses, students will sit next to J.D., LL.M., and graduate students from other schools and learn from the experience each person brings. Joining the UW School of Law community also brings connections with alumni and faculty, as well as the benefits of a larger university network in a vibrant cultural epicenter.

M.J. News

• “Got a Minute?” with M.J. student Olga Kozarezova
• “Got a Minute?” with M.J. student Maggie Liebich
• M.J. student’s article featured in American Indian Law Journal
• Two Law Dawgs Make the Husky 100
• A Global Community of Graduates

These news articles highlight the achievements and experiences of M.J. students, showcasing the program’s impact and community.