Online Juris Doctor (JD)

Applications are reviewed holistically, and admission decisions are made based on all information provided.

Applicants apply through LSAC and must submit the following materials:

• Part-time online JD application, the application fee is waived
• Official transcripts
• Personal statement
• LSAT or JD-Next scores
• Resume
• Character and fitness statement, if applicable
• Binding admissions contract, if applicable
• English language proficiency scores, if applicable

Applicants may provide the following additional materials with their application:

• Arizona residency form
• Inclusive excellence statement
• Letters of recommendation, up to 2 letters are accepted
• Optional addenda

ASU Law may invite applicants to participate in a virtual interview with members of the admissions committee and ASU Law community. Applicants invited to interview will receive an email with further information about the interview process. Applicants must complete the interview to move forward in the review process.

The admissions committee may request additional information.

• An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.
• International students may apply to the part-time online JD pathway at ASU Law. Note: online international students are not issued an F-1 visa or I-20 to travel to the U.S. for school.

*Note: Additional fees may apply.

Every jurisdiction sets its requirements for bar exam eligibility and bar admission, including standards for legal education. All ASU Law JD graduates complete an ABA-accredited degree program, which generally meets the criteria in most jurisdictions. However, eligibility also depends on meeting additional qualifications, including character and fitness standards.

Because requirements can change, applicants are encouraged to verify the criteria for the jurisdiction where they plan to seek bar admission. The contact information for all relevant agencies is available through the National Conference of Bar Examiners website.

Prospective and current students are responsible for verifying tuition and fees before registration. Rates are the same for residents and nonresidents. The amounts listed reflect 11 credits for fall and spring and 5 credits for summer, based on the core curricular plan. The maximum per semester is 11 credit hours.

Please note: The ASU Tuition Estimator currently shows a fall 2025 start, which is incorrect. The first semester for the JD part-time and online program begins in spring 2026.