PhD in Law

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

1%

Asian:

22%

Black or African American:

6%

Hispanic:

15%

White:

44%

Two or More Races:

12%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

82%

Job Placement

80%

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

$48,372 / year

Overall Cost

$63,372 / year

FAQs

• How competitive is admission?
  
  Admission is highly competitive, with only about 5–7 applicants admitted each year. A strong research proposal and confirmed faculty supervision are essential
• What are the credit and coursework requirements?
  
  PhD students must complete at least 90 credits, including a minimum of 60 course credits and 27 dissertation credits (LAW 800). Up to 30 credits from a relevant master’s degree may be counted toward the total with approval
• How long does the PhD in Law take to complete?
  
  The program requires a minimum of three years of study, with at least two years in residence at UW. Most students complete the program in 3–5 years, depending on their progress and research
• What is the minimum GPA requirement?
  
  A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for graduate degrees at the University of Washington, including the PhD in Law
• What are the entry requirements for the PhD in Law?
  
  Applicants must have an LL.M. degree or, in exceptional circumstances, an equivalent advanced degree. Preference is given to those who have strong support from a UW Law faculty member willing to chair their supervisory committee. Applicants must submit a dissertation proposal, statement of purpose, writing sample, study plan, and letters of recommendation from their prospective committee members.