Joint Degree Programs

Texas Tech University is the only campus in the state--and one of few in the world--that is home to a major university, law school, and medical school. As a result, students benefit from easy access to this unique combination of curricula by being able to pursue, if they desire, not only a Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) but also one of eight joint degree programs (five business-related and three in the life sciences).

With a joint degree from both the Law School and the Graduate School, Texas Tech law students can graduate with the added advantage of having developed an expertise in a particular area of legal practice.

Joint Degree Programs in Business and Public Administration

• J.D. and Master of Business Administration
• J.D. and Master of Public Administration
• J.D. and Master of Science in Agriculture and Applied Economics
• J.D. and Master of Science in Accounting - Taxation
• J.D. and Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning

Joint Degree Programs in the Life Sciences

• J.D. and Master of Science in Biotechnology
• J.D. and Master of Science in Crop Science / Horticulture / Soil Science / Entomology
• J.D. and Master of Science in Environmental Toxicology

Eligibility and Admission

To ensure eligibility for any of the programs, students should consult with officials at the School of Law and Graduate School prior to beginning coursework.

Students must meet the admission requirements for both the Law School and Graduate School and be accepted by both. The Graduate School will accept the LSAT in lieu of the GRE or GMAT exam.

Applications to the Graduate School can be obtained by writing directly to that school. If a student is undecided about whether to pursue one of the joint programs, application to the Graduate School can be delayed until the third or fourth semester in Law School.However, it is recommended for all students considering a joint degree program to apply as soon as possible. No penalty will result if a student who has been accepted into a joint degree program decides to withdraw later on.

Advice on Applying to a Joint Degree Program

If a student applies for a joint degree program early but is not accepted, the strength of his or her first year of law school will help improve future evaluations. Having multiple applications to any of the joint degree programs has no detrimental effect on whether or not a student is accepted.

For more information, see our Joint Degree Contacts or the Graduate School