PhD in Law

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

Asia:

20%

North America:

10%

South America:

5%

Africa:

5%

Europe:

30%

France:

40%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

88%

Job Placement

91%

Top recruiters

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Richardson Independent School District

Equinix

Equinor

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Marie Claire

SimplyHired

Aberdeenshire Council

Parker Hannifin

Police Service of Northern Ireland

Te Puni Kōkiri

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$30,000 / year

Overall Cost

$45,000 / year

FAQs

• What are the admission requirements?
  
  Academic transcripts and degree certificates (Bachelor and/or Master, depending on the track) Personal statement Two recommendation letters Short research proposal (max. 3 pages for the 3-year track) English proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge) unless exempt CV €60 non-refundable application fee GMAT/GRE is not required for the Law and Regulation specialization.
• What are the main components of the program?
  
  Intensive coursework (legal and non-legal) Research paper-based dissertation Methodological and substantive training Academic exchanges and research presentations at conferences
• What is the language of instruction?
  
  All courses and research activities are conducted in English
• What are the available tracks and their durations?
  
  The 3-year track is for students with a master’s degree in law. The 5-year track is for those with at least a bachelor’s degree (in law or with significant legal studies). The first two years focus on coursework and a Master in Management Sciences, followed by three years of doctoral research.
• How many students are admitted each year?
  
  The program is highly selective, admitting only 1 to 2 students per year
• What is the focus of the HEC Paris PhD in Law and Regulation?
  
  The program is designed for research at the intersection of law, social sciences, business, and technology. It aims to train outstanding scholars for academic careers and advanced research roles, offering close, interdisciplinary supervision and a vibrant academic environment