Dual Degrees

Notre Dame Law students have several opportunities to combine the study of law with another academic discipline, earning two degrees at the end of their course of study. Standards and procedures for dual degree programs are covered in section 4.7 of the Hoynes Code and should be reviewed carefully by interested students. Enrolled or admitted students should consult the Office of Academic Affairs to discuss the impact on the degree requirement and typical time for completion of both degrees. Prospective students should direct all contact to the Admissions Office.

Approved Dual-degree programs:

Enrollment in one of these programs requires the student to first apply to and be admitted by both the Law School and the particular graduate program. Once a student has been admitted to both programs, they should contact the Office of Academic Affairs to discuss the process for being approved as a dual degree student.

For students interested in a dual degree program not listed above, students must speak with the Law School Office of Academic Affairs and the appropriate administrator in the other graduate department or program to determine the possibility of a new program.

Where appropriate and with the approval of the department involved, other dual-degree programs may be fashioned to suit individual interests or needs. Typically, approval for such programs requires consultation with a Law School Admissions Counselor and the appropriate administrator in the other graduate department or program. For information, please contact the Graduate School.

Please note that Law School scholarships can only be applied to Law School tuition and cannot be applied to tuition charged by other graduate programs at the University. Enrolling in a dual degree program will affect a student’s funding from the Law School. Please refer to the Scholarships page for further details.