About the Accelerated Law Program
Arcadia University in partnership with Drexel University provides academically qualified students two options for assured admission to the Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law.
The Six-Year (3+3) Accelerated Program
This six-year (3+3) B.A./J.D. option integrates undergraduate and graduate training. The accelerated degree option allows selected students to earn both a bachelor’s and juris doctor degree concurrently—thus eliminating one-year of undergraduate study at Arcadia University. The student must meet the program’s specified academic and law school admission criteria.
Currently eligible accelerated undergraduate majors include Business Administration, Media and Communication, International Business, International Studies, Political Science and Psychology.
The Seven-Year (4+3) Assured Admission Program
This seven-year (4+3) B.A./J.D. option provides selected students assured admission to Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law provided the student meets the program’s specified academic and law school admission criteria.
All students admitted into the B.A./J.D. accelerated and assured admission program receive admission into the 3+3 accelerated B.A./J.D. Students may switch from accelerated B.A./J.D. to assured admission at any time.
Six-Year Accelerated B.A./J.D. Option (3+3)
Students completing the accelerated BA/JD option will complete all degree requirements in six years. In years one to three, students complete all Undergraduate Curriculum requirements and major requirements, including senior thesis/capstone project. In year four, students begin the Drexel University School of Law coursework. After successful completion of year four, students will receive their bachelor’s degree from Arcadia University. In years five and six, students complete their remaining law coursework as required by Drexel University School of Law.
Students completing the accelerated BA/JD program also have the option to complete all Arcadia degree requirements (128 credits minimum) within three years at Arcadia University. This accelerated bachelor’s degree allows the student assured admission to the Drexel University School of Law, but also allows students to apply to other law schools if the student chooses. In years four, five, and six, students complete the necessary juris doctorate degree requirements.
Seven-Year Assured Admission B.A./J.D. Option (4+3)
Students completing the 4+3 assured admission BA/JD option will complete all degree requirements in seven years. In years one to four, students complete all Undergraduate Curriculum requirements and major requirements, including senior thesis/capstone project. In year four, students will be granted assured admission to Drexel University School of Law provided the student satisfies the assured admission criteria specified above. Students may also apply to other law schools if the student chooses. In years five to seven, students complete the necessary juris doctorate degree requirements.
Study Abroad Opportunities
Students in the accelerated B.A./J.D. are encouraged to study abroad while completing their degree requirements at Arcadia University. Students should work with their academic advisers to ensure they will meet all the requirements for the accelerated program.
