About the course
UC Davis School of Law has always attracted faculty and students committed to using the power of the law to address injustices and solve problems faced by the poor, the disabled, consumers, the elderly, and those who lack equal access to the legal system. The School of Law is known for its dedication to the ideals of social justice, equality, and public service espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., which dates back at least to 1969, when the Law School building was named after Dr. King. From the earliest years through to the present, the excellence of King Hall’s Public Interest Law area of concentration has been one of the School of Law’s most proud attributes.
The Public Interest Law area of concentration provides education for public interest and public sector careers, as well as an overview of various ways lawyers can advance the interests of underrepresented groups and communities.
The Law School offers a Public Service Law Certificate Program for students with a demonstrated commitment to serving the public, as well as financial support for recent graduates pursuing public interest work. Program candidates must complete a minimum of 15 credits of public service coursework from an approved course list and a minimum of 175 hours of legal work in public interest organizations, government agencies, or courts. Financial aid programs include the Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP), which offers repayment assistance for not only law school debt but also loans received for undergraduate and other graduate-level study, and the Income-Based Repayment (IBR) plan. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$194,697
Intake |
Location |
Fall (September), 2024 |
Davis |
Fall (September), 2025 |
Davis |
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Entry requirements for University of California - Davis
Applicants for admission to the professional curriculum of the School of Law, leading to the degree of Juris Doctor, must evidence a record of sufficiently high caliber to qualify for the study of law. A bachelor's degree, or an equivalent degree from a college or university of approved standing, must have been earned prior to the time the applicant begins work in the school. Letters of Recommendation (minimum of two, no more than three) from individuals who know the applicant well and are not related to him/her. All letters must be submitted through LSAC, and evaluations are not considered. Official Transcript(s) from all institutions attended. Minimum requirements for the TOEFL score are 600 on the paper version of the exam, 250 on the computerized version, and 100 on the Internet Based Test. A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) from the institution where you have earned or will earn your bachelor's degree.
English language requirements
6.0
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0
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