The J. Reuben Clark Law School and the BYU Marriott School of Business have collaborated on a joint law and management program that allows qualified students the opportunity to earn a joint JD/MBA degree in four years of full-time graduate study.
Why Pursue a JD/MBA?
Earning a JD/MBA is a strategic choice for students who want to lead at the intersection of law and business. This dual-degree path offers several distinct advantages:
- Career Versatility: Graduates become “dual-threat” candidates for lucrative fields such as Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Venture Capital, Private Equity, and Corporate Counsel. You will have the unique ability to analyze financial valuations while simultaneously navigating complex regulatory frameworks.
- Integrating Two Critical Mindsets: Candidates will master both the legal perspective, which is focused on identifying and mitigating risk, and the business administration perspective, which emphasizes data utilization and strategic growth, and couple both mindsets with values-driven leadership skills. This comprehensive training develops an essential ability to navigate the complexities of both the legal and corporate sectors.
- A Doubled Professional Network: You graduate with access to two distinct alumni directories: a law network of judges and firm partners, and a business network of CEOs, entrepreneurs, and consultants.
How the Program Works
The JD/MBA is a four-year integrated program. Students have the flexibility to choose which program to begin first.
- Year 1: Full-time enrollment in one program (Law or Business).
- Year 2: Full-time enrollment in the second program.
- Years 3 & 4: Integrated coursework consisting of classes from both the Law School and the Marriott School of Business.
Admissions
Candidates must apply to and be admitted by both the J. Reuben Clark Law School and the BYU Marriott School of Business MBA program independently.
- Application: Students have two choices in applying. First, students may apply to both programs simultaneously. Secondly, students already admitted one program may apply to the second program during their first year of study.
- Work Experience Waiver: The MBA program’s standard two-year work experience requirement is waived for joint degree applicants. Consequently, candidates must demonstrate superior leadership potential and academic excellence.
- MBA Program Testing Requirements: GMAT waivers are available to applicants with an exceptional LSAT score and a background that suggests that the applicant is prepared for the academic rigor and quantitative heavy classes in the MBA program.
For specific law school requirements, visit law.byu.edu.
Tuition
Because both a JD and an MBA are graduate-level programs, tuition for this joint degree follows the university’s graduate-level tuition guidelines.
The BYU Advantage
Choosing BYU for your JD/MBA provides a unique competitive edge through a combination of elite academic rigor and a culture of high-impact leadership.
- Elite Academics and Global Respect: Both the J. Reuben Clark Law School and the BYU Marriott School of Business are consistently recognized as top-tier programs. They are respected globally for producing graduates who possess technical excellence and strong professional character.
- Superior Return on Investment (ROI): BYU is renowned for offering a premier graduate education at a fraction of the cost of peer institutions. Because the university is significantly subsidized, students are able to graduate with a lower debt burden while commanding top-tier starting salaries.
- Dual Degree Efficiency: The dual-degree structure allows you to finish in just four years what would normally take five years if pursued separately. By counting specific credits toward both degrees, you save an entire year of tuition and enter the workforce a year faster.
- Expansive Professional Networks: Graduates gain immediate access to two powerful, loyal networks. Whether you are navigating the legal sector or the corporate boardroom, the BYU alumni community is known for its “pay-it-forward” mentorship culture, providing a lifetime of professional support.