How long will it take to earn both degrees?

It typically takes three years to complete both degrees. You will spend three years in the law schools and six semesters jointly in the law school and the Villanova School of Business.

What are the requirements to receive a JD/MBA?

The Villanova School of Business requires 48 credits to receive an MBA degree and the Villanova School of Law requires 87 to receive a JD degree. You must complete a minimum of 39 credit hours in The Villanova MBA program. JD/MBA students can transfer 9 law school credits toward their 15 credit elective requirement. In turn, the law school accepts certain core MBA courses (12 credits) towards its degree requirements.

When can I begin taking MBA courses?

You must begin taking MBA courses after the spring semester of your first year in the joint program. The application deadline for a summer (May) start is March 31st.

What is the tuition for students in the joint program?

You will pay full tuition to the law school for six semesters (three years). You will pay for the MBA courses on a per-credit basis as courses are taken. Tuition in The Villanova MBA Flex Track for the 2011-2012 academic year is $800 per credit. There is a $30 general fee assessed by the university each term.

Information regarding financial assistance available to graduate students may be obtained from the Villanova University Office of Financial Assistance.

What will my schedule be like?

JD courses are offered in the daytime during fall and spring semesters. MBA courses are offered in the evening during fall, spring, and summer terms.

How do I apply?

1. In order to be admitted to the joint program, you must first apply and be admitted to Villanova University School of Law. Please view the Villanova School of Law's Web site for information about the application process.
2. You then must apply separately to the Villanova School of Business MBA program. This application can be filed when you apply to law school or you can wait and apply during your first year of law school. The MBA program requires that you take the GMAT.
3. Once you have applied and been accepted separately into the JD program and the MBA program, a determination is made by the director of the law school's joint program and the director the MBA program at the Villanova School of Business whether you are an acceptable candidate for the joint program.
4. Application requirements include: application form and essays; application fee ($50); official transcripts from each institution attended; GMAT score report; TOEFL (for international students); recommendations; and an official transcript from the Villanova Law School.