Law School Admission Council

The Doctor of Science of Law (JSD or SJD) is the highest academic research degree in law, offered through programs highlighted by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) Discover Law Programs. Designed for scholars, legal researchers, and educators, the JSD/SJD focuses on advanced legal research, theory, and scholarship. This terminal degree prepares graduates for careers in academia, policy analysis, and high-level legal research.