The JD/MBA joint degree program with Stanford Law School (SLS) is designed for individuals considering:
- A career in law or public service, who wish to acquire the skills of a general manager
- A career in management, who wish to acquire the skills and competencies of a lawyer
Degree Requirements
You must fulfill the degree requirements for the joint degree program as outlined in the academic policies from each school for the year in which you began the required curriculum.
Overview |
MBA Units |
84
|
JD Units |
80 |
Total Units |
164 |
Time to Complete |
11 to 12 quarters (4 years) |
Stanford GSB Residency
In addition to satisfying the SLS residency requirement, you must complete five quarters of residency, i.e., full-tuition study, at Stanford GSB. Residency starts accruing when you begin the Management Perspectives course in the Autumn quarter.
Paths to Completing the Program
Option 1 — Complete your first two years of law school, then your first year of business school, followed by courses primarily at the business school in your final year.
Option 2 — Complete your first year of law school, then your first year of business school, followed by a variety of courses at both schools in your remaining two years.
If you intend to complete the JD/MBA program in 11 quarters, you may elect to go on leave during the Winter quarter of your fourth year to prepare for the bar exam, and return to classes in Spring quarter.