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Juris Doctor (JD - Cumberland School of Law)

Nationally recognized for exceptional trial advocacy and legal writing, preparing courtroom attorneys through intensive moot court competitions, legal clinics, and judicial externships.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Accredited bachelor's degree with competitive LSAT score (median 156) and GPA (median 3.61)
English language proficiency: TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): LSAT or GRE required
Thesis / Research statement: Law personal statement and resume
Recommendation letters: Two letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Cumberland Law Merit Scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $44,900/year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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