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How long do lawyers have to be in school?
I would like to become a lawyer but I do not know if I would like to spend more than eight years in college #law
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Jung Hwa’s Answer
Most accredited law schools have 3-year programs. If you do a joint degree (such as a JD-MA, which is a law degree + master's degree) there is a chance you may be able to shave a semester or two off your legal education since you're committed to the other degree. But in general, prepare for 3 years of school. Good luck!
Just to clarify, I think Jung means to prepare for three years of school AFTER the four years you spend in college. So seven years total.
Jared Chung
Yup -- absolutely! Don't forget that work experience counts for something on law school applications, so you may want to consider working for a year or two between college and law school as well!
Jung Hwa Song
Thank you! This was so helpful. I wanted to know how long exactly would I have to be in school.
Aerionna
Thank you all! This was very helpful!
Matthew