University of Alberta
- Public University, Estd 1908
- Edmonton, Alberta
- 50 Courses
Juris Doctor (JD)
- Course LevelUndergraduate
- Course Duration3 Years
- IntakeWinter: January 2026
Course Description
- The Juris Doctor (JD) degree is a highly regarded credential in the field of law
- This three-year program is based on a strong core curriculum that provides students with a solid foundation in legal fundamentals while also opening doors to more specialized areas of study
- The University of Alberta’s Faculty of Law is highly regarded among leading Canadian law firms, with a superb track record for career success among graduates
- The century-long tradition of excellence has produced three Justices of the Supreme Court of Canada, including the Chief Justice, along with a host of provincial and federal politicians, legal visionaries, entrepreneurs, and public intellectuals
- Graduates can find a career in Business Law, Civil and Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, Environmental Law, Government Law, and more
Start Dates and Fees
Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!
Duration3 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 48260.56
Intake
Intake
Winter: January 2026
Spring: May 2026
Summer: July 2026
Fall: September 2026
Other Costs
Housing :10800.00
Utilities :2880.00
Internet & mobile phone :2040.00
Food :2400.00
Clothing :700.00
U-Pass :360.00
Educational Supplies :1600.00
Recreation :900.00
Total :CAD 21680
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent
This program does not allow admission directly from high school
Exceptional students may be admitted to the program after completing two years of university study with a minimum GPA of 3.7 and 90th percentile Law School Admission Test (LSAT) score
All other students must have completed at least the first three years of a degree before being admitted to the JD
Additional Requirements
- Official transcripts
- The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is compulsory for all applicants
- Law School Admission Test (LSAT) must be written no later than January of the year in which admission is sought. LSAT scores are valid for a five-year period and the test may not be written more than three times in any two-year period
- Personal statements
English Language Requirements
- IELTS : 6.50With no individual score less than 6.0
- PTE : 61.00With no less than 60 in each communicative skill
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Law & Legal Studies QS
- Course LevelUndergraduate
- SpecializationLaw & Legal Studies
- Course Duration3 Years
- 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 48260.56
- IntakeWinter: January 2026Spring: May 2026Summer: July 2026Fall: September 2026
- Application FeesCAD 125
- Exam ScoreIELTS 6.50
PTE 61.00
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