Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration

The dual degree Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration offered through the Saint Louis University School of Law and the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business gives you the opportunity to solve complex legal and business problems, develop advanced data analysis skills to meet industry demand and work directly with practicing attorneys and clients through professional skills courses, legal clinics and field placements. You will also have the advantage of learning from renowned professors in both schools and tapping into each school's respective alumni network while receiving distinctive training rooted in service and ethical leadership.

SLU's J.D./MBA provides an awareness of the functional relationship between the legal system, business and administrative organizations. The increasing complexity of both business organizations and nonprofit institutions makes such understanding important for students considering careers in corporate law, private practice dealing with businesses, and government or public service. Other career options include in-house counsel, corporate real estate, white-collar crime investigation, management consulting, or nonprofit work. An attorney with a graduate degree in business has the distinct analytical training and in-depth perspective of each field, equipping them with a comprehensive approach that serves as a tremendous asset to any company or organization and puts them at a substantial advantage in the job market.

The Chaifetz School uses a holistic admissions approach to carefully evaluate all applicants, considering every aspect of their application. While an undergraduate degree is required for admission, a business background is not. A completed application includes:

Completed online application
Transcript(s)
Two letters of recommendation
R'sum
Professional goal statement of fewer than 500 words
Interview

IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL iBT - 80 and TOEFL PBT - 550