University of Maine School of Law Accelerated Graduate Pathway

Program Type
Accelerated Graduate Pathway
Degree
Leads to Juris Doctor (JD)
Mode of Study
Pathway: Varies by major

Pathway Highlights

  • Complete both a bachelor’s and a JD degree in as few as six years — rather than the usual seven.
  • Take advantage of a time-saving & cost-saving pathway for highly motivated undergraduate students looking ahead to graduate school.
  • Save up to 30 credits worth of tuition, fees, and expenses.
  • Select from numerous majors to be eligible for the pathway.
  • Benefit from diverse faculty expertise through a partnership between the University of Southern Maine and the University of Maine Law School.
  • Begin your law career sooner with both your bachelor’s and your law degrees in hand.
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How the pathway works

During your final year of undergraduate study at USM, you’ll begin taking graduate-level Law courses through the University of Maine School of Law — if you meet progress standards and Law School admissions requirements. The Law courses will satisfy credit requirements for your undergraduate major as well as the first year of the Law program.

This pathway is offered in partnership between the University of Southern Maine (USM) and University of Maine School of Law.
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Sample course progressions

Take a look at which courses you would take each semester. Your first three years would include undergraduate courses. During your fourth year, you would take graduate-level Law courses through the University of Maine Law School.

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Program requirements

To satisfy credit requirements for both your undergraduate major and your future Law degree program, you’ll be required to earn a high grade in specific courses.

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Admission to University of Maine School of Law

During your undergraduate studies, our advisors will coach you through the process of submitting an application to the University of Maine School of Law.

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Taking the LSAT

Taking the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is part of the admissions requirements for the School of Law. Your score will need to be no lower than the current median score posted on the Maine Law website.

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Frequently asked questions

Our Accelerated Graduate Pathways offer highly motivated undergraduate students the opportunity to begin graduate study while completing their bachelor’s degree.

Next steps

Our helpful admissions counselors are here to answer your questions about the admissions process, our academic programs, and student support services. We also invite you to explore the many ways to visit campus or to engage with us through online experiences.

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