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Balancing Act: 5 Law Programs for Full-Time Workers

Balancing Act: 5 Law Programs for Full-Time Workers

From evening classes to hybrid formats, these part-time law programs make earning a Juris Doctor possible for full-time workers

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Balancing a full-time job and pursuing a law degree can be a significant challenge. However, there are several flexible law school programs designed specifically for working professionals. These law programs offer a range of options, from part-time evening or weekend classes to online and hybrid formats. These flexible programs allow students to earn their Juris Doctor (JD) while maintaining their careers.

Here are five law school programs that cater to the needs of full-time workers, providing solid options for adequate work-life balance.


University of Southern California (USC) Gould School of Law

USC Gould offers a part-time Juris Doctor (JD) program designed for working professionals. The program can be completed in four years and features evening and weekend classes. Plus, there is the option to take some courses online.

Northeastern University School of Law

Northeastern University’s part-time JD program allows students to earn their law degree in four to five years while maintaining full-time employment. The program features a hybrid format with both in-person and online classes.

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

The University of Denver Sturm College of Law offers a part-time JD program. It can be completed in four to five years. Classes are held in the evenings and on weekends, and the program also includes an online component.

University of Alabama School of Law

The University of Alabama School of Law has a part-time JD program that caters to working professionals. Students can earn their degree in four to five years through a combination of evening, weekend, and online classes.

Seton Hall University School of Law

Seton Hall University School of Law offers a part-time JD program that can be completed in four to five years. The program features a hybrid format with both in-person and online classes. As such, it allows students to balance their studies with full-time work.

This article was written with the assistance of AI.

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