OpenFieldJuris Doctor (J.D.) in Corporate Law and International Human Rights
Ranked among the nation’s top law schools, Fordham Law at Lincoln Center offers immersion in corporate restructuring, dispute resolution, public interest advocacy, and international commercial arbitration.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor degree from an accredited institution (median GPA 3.75)
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL 100 for foreign applicants
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- LSAT or GRE accepted (median LSAT 167)
- Thesis / Research statement
- LSAC CAS registration, personal statement (2 pages), and optional diversity essay
- Recommendation letters
- Two to three letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Merit scholarships covering up to full tuition; Stein Scholars in Public Interest Law & Ethics fellowships
- Application fee
- $0 application fee (fee waiver available via LSAC)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $71,500 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 15, 2027 (Regular Decision)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Fordham University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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