Program Overview
Save a year’s tuition and fast-track to a law degree through JWU’s 3+3 Law Program.
Receive your bachelor’s degree and juris doctorate in just six years, a year ahead of schedule — and start your career sooner.
JWU students are encouraged to complete the 3+3 Law Program Declaration of Intent Form prior to the end of their first year, to ensure adequate advisement in meeting eligibility requirements for accelerated law school admission. JWU Charlotte students would be required to transfer to the Providence Campus to participate. Formal application to law school is made during the junior year.
Roger Williams University
You can apply for Roger Williams University’s Law Juris Doctor (J.D.) program during your third year at JWU if you meet eligibility requirements and are enrolled in one of the following bachelor’s degree programs:
Work with your pre-law and faculty advisors in selecting courses, so you can apply to be a first-year law student at Roger Williams University while fulfilling your last year of JWU bachelor’s degree requirements.
University of Massachusetts School of Law
JWU’s second accelerated 3+3 Law program is open to a range of majors, including the College of Business’ B.S.B.A. program. In addition, UMass Law’s mission is focused on widening access to legal education and legal services — which aligns well with the needs and interests of JWU students.
Participating programs and pathways for this track include:
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