Juris Doctor in Law (Part-Time Program)

Program Overview

The Part-Time Juris Doctor (JD) Program at Rutgers Law School offers a flexible path to earning a law degree for students balancing professional, personal, or family commitments. Designed for working professionals and non-traditional students, the part-time program provides the same rigorous legal education as the full-time JD program, with courses offered in the evenings and on a modified schedule.

Students in the part-time program complete the same foundational curriculum in constitutional law, contracts, torts, criminal law, and legal writing, while progressing at a pace that fits their lifestyle. The program is available at both the Camden and Newark campuses.

Why Choose This Program?

• Flexible Scheduling: Evening and part-time course options allow students to maintain employment or other responsibilities.
• Same Degree, Same Faculty: Earn the same JD degree taught by the same distinguished faculty as full-time students.
• Supportive Community: Access to academic advising, career services, and student organizations tailored to part-time students.
• Experiential Learning: Participate in clinics, externships, and pro bono opportunities to gain hands-on legal experience.
• Strategic Location: Study in proximity to major legal markets in New York City and Philadelphia.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Part-Time JD Program are prepared for careers in:

• Private Legal Practice
• Corporate and In-House Counsel Roles
• Government and Public Sector Law
• Judicial Clerkships
• Nonprofit and Advocacy Organizations
• Policy and Legislative Work