Program Overview

Introduction to the J.D. Program

The Penn State Dickinson Law J.D. Program is a three-year, full-time course of study, designed to provide a comprehensive legal education. This program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional values needed to succeed as a 21st-century lawyer.

Program Overview

At its essence, the lawyering profession seeks the truth, works to restore equity, and strives to make people and organizations whole again. The Penn State Dickinson Law J.D. Program is offered in both Carlisle and University Park locations. The 1L curriculum introduces students to both lawyering skills and foundational legal knowledge, while the upper-level years shape career interests and professional identity through curricular offerings in various practice areas.

The Penn State Dickinson Law Difference

Learning the law is not only about landing a lucrative career but also about justice and giving a voice to others. The Penn State Dickinson Law experience helps students see issues from the client's perspective and tackle challenges with empathy and intelligence. As a 21st-century lawyer, it is their responsibility to bring the world together along the fault lines of change.

Two Vibrant Locations

Penn State Dickinson Law offers one school with two vibrant locations: Carlisle and University Park. Both locations provide access to an affordable, high-quality legal education and rich experiential, social, and cross-disciplinary academic opportunities. Carlisle is the historic home and primary location, with unique access to the state capital in a bucolic setting. University Park is located on Penn State's largest campus, offering additional clinical and cross-disciplinary opportunities.

Academics

• A Leader in Antiracist Legal Education
• Experiential Learning
• J.D. Program
  • The Lawyer As...
  • Learning Outcomes
  • Degree Requirements
  • Joint Degree Programs
  • Education Abroad and Exchange Programs
  • Earning or Transferring Credits
  • Academic Standing Rules
  • Honor Code
• LL.M. Program
• S.J.D. Program
• Courses
• Academic Resources
• Research Centers and Institutes
• Legal Clinics

Locations

The program is offered in two locations:

• Carlisle, PA
• University Park, PA

Legal Statements

• Privacy
• Non-Discrimination
• Accessibility
• Legal
• The Pennsylvania State University 2025

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Program Overview

At its essence, the lawyering profession seeks the truth, works to restore equity, and strives to make people and organizations whole again. The Penn State Dickinson Law J.D. Program is offered in both Carlisle and University Park locations. The 1L curriculum introduces students to both lawyering skills and foundational legal knowledge, while the upper-level years shape career interests and professional identity through curricular offerings in various practice areas.

The Penn State Dickinson Law Difference

Learning the law is not only about landing a lucrative career but also about justice and giving a voice to others. The Penn State Dickinson Law experience helps students see issues from the client's perspective and tackle challenges with empathy and intelligence. As a 21st-century lawyer, it is their responsibility to bring the world together along the fault lines of change.

Two Vibrant Locations

Penn State Dickinson Law offers one school with two vibrant locations: Carlisle and University Park. Both locations provide access to an affordable, high-quality legal education and rich experiential, social, and cross-disciplinary academic opportunities. Carlisle is the historic home and primary location, with unique access to the state capital in a bucolic setting. University Park is located on Penn State's largest campus, offering additional clinical and cross-disciplinary opportunities.

Academics

• A Leader in Antiracist Legal Education
• Experiential Learning
• J.D. Program
  • The Lawyer As...
  • Learning Outcomes
  • Degree Requirements
  • Joint Degree Programs
  • Education Abroad and Exchange Programs
  • Earning or Transferring Credits
  • Academic Standing Rules
  • Honor Code
• LL.M. Program
• S.J.D. Program
• Courses
• Academic Resources
• Research Centers and Institutes
• Legal Clinics

Locations

The program is offered in two locations:

• Carlisle, PA
• University Park, PA

Legal Statements

• Privacy
• Non-Discrimination
• Accessibility
• Legal
• The Pennsylvania State University 2025}$