D.Law or Doctor of Laws in Health Law and Policy for Health Care Professionals
Frequently Asked Questions About the D.Law Program
What is the application deadline?
Applications are accepted each year from October 1st until July 1st. Early applications are advised.
How are the applicants evaluated?
An applicant to the D.Law program must be a graduate of a Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) in health law program. During any given academic year, only one M.J. graduate may be admitted into the D.Law program.
What kinds of careers can I expect to explore with this degree?
The D.Law degree is reserved exclusively for those who wish to work in academia or research.
How many students are in the class?
Loyola admits, at most, only one student into the D.Law program annually. We keep our enrollments deliberately small to ensure a high degree of faculty-student interaction and individualized attention while preparing the dissertation.
How long does it take to get the degree?
Classes for the D.Law begin in Fall semester of each year. The D.Law is designed to be completed in two academic years, including one year of mandatory residence at Loyola. The degree must be completed in no more than 4 years.
Which topics of research may I pursue?
Applicants must have a clear idea of the topic area they wish to explore, and the subject must be within an area of expertise maintained by Institute faculty. At present, the D.Law is limited to candidates who wish to pursue research in government health policy in domestic and international areas.
Are scholarships and financial aid available to D.Law Students?
Loyola currently offers no scholarships for doctoral students. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. Click here for information about financial aid at Loyola.
How much does it cost?
Tuition is based on a per-credit hour fee for 10 required credits, plus an additional flat fee for the dissertation during the second year. Click here for a complete schedule of tuition and fees for the current school year.
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