Academics
The University of Pittsburgh School of Law offers four degrees. The J.D. (Juris Doctor) is the required degree to practice law in most of the United States, thus J.D. students make up most of the school's student body. The following degrees are offered by Pitt Law:
- M.S.L. - Master of Studies in Law (designed for individuals wanting to expand their knowledge of the law, but not intending to practice law)
- J.D. - Juris Doctor (primary law degree)
- LL.M. - Master of Laws (international students)
- J.S.D. - Doctor of Juridical Science (a doctoral degree designed for lawyers seeking academic appointments)
In addition, the School of Law offers joint degrees with several other programs within the university, and the Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education.
- JD/MPA, Law and Urban and Public Administration (GSPIA)
- JD/MPIA, Law and International Affairs (GSPIA)
- JD/MID, Law and International Development (GSPIA)
- JD/MBA, Law and Business Administration (Katz)
- JD/MPH, Law and Public Health (GSPH)
- JD/MA, Law and Bioethics (GSPH)
- JD/MBA, Law and Business Administration (Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business)
- JD/MS, Law and Public Policy and Management (Carnegie Mellon Heinz College)
- JD/MAM, Law and Arts Management (Carnegie Mellon Heinz College)
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