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Bachelor of Arts / Juris Doctor 3+3

St. Thomas University offers a unique 3 + 3 BA/JD program that allows students to complete their bachelor’s degree requirements and earn their law degree in 6 years instead of the traditional 7.

Program Overview

Want to earn a degree in law faster? STU’s unique 3 + 3 BA/JD program allows students to complete their bachelor’s degree requirements and earn their law degree in 6 years instead of the traditional 7. Students spend less time in school and thus are eligible to take the bar exam earlier and enter the legal field a year ahead of their contemporary counterparts with the potential to take advantage of positions in private or public law in a less crowded competitive field. Those who successfully enter the STU College of Law through the BA/JD program will automatically receive a $5000 scholarship for each of the three years of study while in law school.

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75%

Hired within 9 months of graduation

6 total years

From BA to JD

Up to 20%

Savings on living expenses

How It Works

Students takes 90 credits as an undergraduate fulfilling their major and general education requirements with the remaining 30 credits taken during the first year of law study at STU College of Law. Applicants must have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must maintain a 3.0 undergraduate GPA and have a minimum LSAT score of 150 to enter the law school portion of the program. Upon successfully completing their first year of law study, students are awarded the bachelor’s degree in their chosen major. The STU 3+3 BA/JD program combines a quality undergraduate and law school education that is a great path for high-achieving students who are eager to begin their career in law as early as possible.

Career Landscape

The 3+3 degree offers strong career prospects, allowing graduates to enter the legal field up to a year earlier than traditional law students. They are fully qualified to sit for the bar exam and pursue careers in private practice, corporate law, government, public interest, or consulting. With comparable job placement rates to traditional programs, accelerated graduates often gain a competitive edge by starting their legal careers—and earning potential—sooner, positioning them for faster professional growth and advancement.

Start your law career sooner!

Apply now to join our 3+3 Program and earn your BA and JD in just six years.

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BA+JD 3+3 Fast Facts

Scholarship
The Florence Bayuk Educational Trust Scholarship is geared towards undergraduate students interested in pursuing an education at the STU College of Law.
Flexible Undergraduate Path
Students can choose from Political Science, English, Psychology, or Criminal Justice as their major before transitioning to law school.

Contact

For more information or to begin your enrollment in the Bachelor of Arts / Juris Doctor 3 + 3 program at STU, please contact our admissions office. Our advisors are ready to assist you.

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Miami Gardens, FL 33054
Call or Text: 305-563-8792
Email: admissions@stu.edu

Bachelor of Arts / Juris Doctor 3+3

Program Overview

How It Works

Career Landscape

Start your law career sooner!

BA+JD 3+3 Fast Facts

Scholarship

Flexible Undergraduate Path

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