Certificate in Intellectual Property Law

Program Overview

The Certificate in Intellectual Property Law at Rutgers Law School provides JD students with a structured pathway to specialize in intellectual property (IP) law and earn formal recognition for their focus. This program is designed for students interested in areas such as patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, and offers flexibility to pursue specific subsets of IP law.

To complete the certificate, students must earn a minimum of 15 credits in approved courses, including a combination of foundation and supplemental courses. Students must take at least two foundation courses (if one is an IP Survey course) or three foundation courses (if no survey is taken), and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 in certificate-eligible courses. All courses must be taken for a grade.

Why Choose This Program?

• Specialized Curriculum: Offers a broad and customizable selection of IP law courses.
• Faculty Mentorship: Students receive guidance from expert faculty advisors on both Camden and Newark campuses.
• Formal Recognition: Certificate awarded upon completion, enhancing career credentials.
• Flexible Structure: Allows students to tailor their coursework to specific interests within IP law.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Intellectual Property Law Certificate program are prepared for roles such as:

• Intellectual Property Attorney
• Patent Prosecutor
• Trademark Counsel
• Legal Advisor for Creative Industries

Average Salary: Over $130,000 for IP Attorneys (Source: Indeed, 2025)