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Business Administration, MBA/Juris Doctor, JD
Get ahead with two valuable degrees. Pace’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law and the Lubin School of Business offer a combined program of study in law and graduate-level business administration in a closely integrated course of study in the two fields.
Location
New York City
Westchester
Duration
39 Credits (MBA)
80 Credits (JD)
Modality
In-Person
Online
Start Date
Fall, Spring, Summer
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
No
Earn Two Highly Respected Degrees in Less Time
Looking to gain top-notch expertise in both law and business? Our combined MBA and JD, offered jointly through Pace’s Lubin School of Business and Elisabeth Haub School of Law gives you the invaluable opportunity to earn two advanced degrees in less time than if you pursued them separately. With our flexible programming you’ll be able to take courses that meet your individual requirements and goals, and will benefit immensely from a closely integrated course of study in both law and business administration. Upon graduation, you’ll have opportunities to practice law at a high level or dive into the upper echelons of the business world.
The JD portion of the program is given at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law in Westchester and the MBA portion at the New York City Campus for all MBA concentrations except accounting, which may be taken in either New York City or Westchester.
96%
of Lubin's class of 2023 master's graduates are employed or continuing their education or service. (Source: Pace University Career Services)
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Pace University is the top-ranked law school on U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Environmental Law Programs (Source: U.S. News and World Report)
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Pace University is ranked the #7 law school producing the highest number of graduates entering government careers (Source: AbovetheLaw.com)
Curriculum
Students admitted to the MBA/JD program are assigned advisors in each school to help them in the selection of courses and definition of their career objectives. The reciprocal recognition of courses by each school is essential to the combined program. Therefore, students in the program must receive prior approval from the appropriate dean for any course proposed to be taken in the other. Business school students will receive a Program Analysis Sheet (PAS) that outlines their specific degree requirements.
The total number of credits required in the Lubin School varies based on the student's previous coursework. Full-time students may commence their studies at either the Lubin School of Business or the Elisabeth Haub School of Law.
Careers
Having a dual MBA/JD degree will give you a unique combination of business acumen and legal expertise, a skill set highly desirable in field such as corporate law, management consulting, the startup world, investment banking and finance, real estate, government and public policy, and more. All in all, this is a degree that will open many doors.
One of the major benefits of Pace’s dual MBA/JD program is that you’ll be assigned advisors in each school to help you in choosing courses that align with your career goals; this is in addition to having the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a plan that best fits your goals.
Student Quote
While studying law the past two years, I realized the importance of understanding how businesses function and what internal factors drive their decision-making. Having this understanding will allow me to better be able to advise business clients on legal risks and opportunities.
Colin Myers, ’21, Associate, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP
International Career Success Program
The INSPIRE Program (International Student Professional Readiness Program) is a badged internship and career success program exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, we have an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success—whether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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Applicants must meet the independent admission requirements of each school in order to be admitted to the combined program. Admission to either the School of Law or the Lubin School of Business does not guarantee admission to the other school.
Students who begin in the MBA program must apply to and be accepted by Haub Law by the end of their first year of full-time business study or by the end of their second year of part-time study.
Students who begin in Haub Law must apply and be accepted by the Lubin School of Business no later than during the fourth semester of law study (if in the three-year program) or no later than during the fifth semester of law study (if in the four-year program).
Once a student in either the School of Law or the Lubin School of Business has been admitted to the other school, the student should notify the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the School of Law and the Director of Academic Advisement or Associate Dean of the Lubin School of Business of his or her intention to participate in the program.
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MBA Program
- Per credit: $1,510 | Total cost of program: $58,890
JD Program
- Per credit: $XXX | Total cost of program: $XXX
*Tuition based on current year and subject to change.
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MBA Program
Fall Term
- Domestic Students: August 1
- International Students: June 1
Spring Term
- Domestic Students: December 1
- International Students: October 1
Summer Term
- Domestic Students: May 1
- International Students: March 1
JD Program
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Make an appointment to meet with you admission counselor.
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $7,380, automatically considered during the application process.
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace’s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit Pace University Financial Aid.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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Did You Know?
Lubin has has been awarded dual accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, an elite distinction shared by fewer than 2% of business schools in the world.
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate Admission
Phone: (800) 874-7223
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Margaret Hanson
Email: mhanson@pace.edu