Apply to the International SJD Program

Application and Process

Deadlines

Admissions is available for both fall and spring semesters. The deadline for fall semester is April 1; the deadline for spring semester is Oct. 15.

Required Documents

  • Completed application form and personal statement
  • Official copy of transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions attended, with translation into English were applicable.
  • Proof of English language proficiency. 
  • Original thesis proposal of no more than 25 pages explaining why your topic merits the type and depth of research that will result in production of a monograph-length thesis. Focus on the existing unresolved legal issues. 
  • A complete bibliography of the literature in the applicable field that you have already consulted in the development of your thesis proposal.
  • Two letters of recommendation.

Application Review

Applications are reviewed in order of their receipt and completion. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply early. 

Mailing Address

Office of Global Legal Studies
°Ç¸çºÚÁÏ School of Law
10900 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7148 USA 

Admission Inquiries and Applications 

Office of Global Legal Studies
°Ç¸çºÚÁÏ School of Law
216.368.2083 | llm-sjd@case.edu

Visitors and Deliveries 

Office of Global Legal Studies
°Ç¸çºÚÁÏ School of Law
Gund Hall
11075 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7148