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  1. Ph.D. Program in Law & Economics

    Program Overview. Vanderbilt Law School's Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics is unlike any other. Dual-degree students pursue a J.D. and a Ph.D. concurrently in a fully integrated curriculum that combines economic theory and methodology with the study of law. The program is designed so that students complete both degrees in just 6 years.

  2. J.D./Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics at Vanderbilt

    As a junior or senior undergraduate student who may be considering applying to graduate and/or professional school, we want you to know about a unique opportunity at Vanderbilt. Vanderbilt Law School's Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics is a dual-degree program in which students pursue a J.D. and a Ph.D. concurrently in a fully-integrated ...

  3. Ph.D. Admissions

    The application fee is $95.00 upon submission. Please direct all Ph.D. admission inquiries to [email protected]. Qualifications. Our incoming students usually have an undergraduate degree in economics and/or mathematics, with significant quantitative and math-intensive course experience. Many international applicants have a master's ...

  4. Curriculum

    Curriculum The Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics offers a specialized interdisciplinary approach that integrates law and economics within a rigorous curriculum. Students receive a solid grounding in microeconomic theory, econometrics, and law and economics theory. Our principal fields include behavioral law and economics, labor markets and human resources, law and economics, and risk and […]

  5. Admissions

    Admission Requirements Application Process Admissions FAQs Admissions Overview The Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics is a dual-degree program, conferring both a J.D. and a Ph.D. in law and economics upon completion of program requirements. Applicants must complete separate applications to Vanderbilt Graduate School and Vanderbilt Law School. Each applicant's Law School and Graduate School […]

  6. Application Process

    Submit a Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score. If you have any questions about completing your application to the Vanderbilt Graduate School, please email [email protected]. For technical questions regarding the Graduate School electronic application process, please call 615-343-2727 or write to [email protected].

  7. Admissions FAQs

    The Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics follows Vanderbilt University's public health guidelines, but generally, students must live within driving or walking distance of Vanderbilt University during the academic year. ... Graduate study in economics requires substantial mathematics preparation. Highly recommended undergraduate courses are: (1) 2 ...

  8. Dual-Degree Programs

    Customized Dual Degree Program. Students who wish to pursue a dual-degree program with a graduate program with which the law school has no formal arrangements can propose a customized dual-degree program. In all cases, prospective students must seek and gain acceptance to both the law school and the other graduate program. Decisions regarding ...

  9. Ph.D. Degree Requirements

    Degree Requirements The Ph.D. in Economics requires completion of coursework, preliminary examinations, a third-year paper, and a defended dissertation on original research. Students generally take five years to complete the degree. Please see below for additional details about each requirement. Coursework Requirements First year: Students take mandatory classes in microeconomics ...

  10. JD/PhD in Law and Economics student Scott ...

    Jeffrey earned his undergraduate degree in economics at Davidson College, attended the London School of Economics, and worked for two years as an associate economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago before entering Vanderbilt's Ph.D. Program in Law and Economics, from which he is slated to graduated in 2023 with both a J.D. and a Ph.D ...

  11. JD/PhD Q&A : r/academiceconomics

    JD/PhD Q&A. Hi all, I just went through the admissions gauntlet and will be starting a JD/PhD in econ/business aiming at placing in law academia. As part of the admissions process I went very deep into the online resources about JD/PhDs vs PhDs and feel like I have a good grasp of the admissions, programs, and placements process.

  12. Department of Economics

    One of the university's most popular undergraduate majors, Economics provides rigorous training in all areas of the discipline to prepare our students for work in research, private firms, and public policy. We also offer Ph.D. and M.A. degrees, which have produced university professors, Fed researchers, and policy leaders.

  13. Ph.D. FAQs

    The GRE tests whether you can do high school math quickly and correctly, as well as your vocabulary. Scores below a certain level (say, below 155 verbal and below 161 quantitative) tend to indicate problems, while very high scores do not necessarily guarantee that you are fully prepared for a Ph.D. program in economics.

  14. Vanderbilt University Fully funded JD-PhD in Law and Economics

    Vanderbilt University based in Nashville, Tennessee offers a fully funded JD-PhD in Law and Economics. Dual-degree students pursue a law degree and a Ph.D. concurrently in a fully-integrated curriculum combining economic theory and methodology with the study of law. The program is designed so that students complete both degrees in just six years.

  15. JD/PhD? : r/academiceconomics

    Most of the graduates of JD/PhD programs (like Vanderbilt's for example) end up doing contract law or arbitration for well-regarded law firms. However, the coursework is very intensive, even by Econ PhD standards. If your interest is in law and economics, it may be viable. 1. Reply.

  16. Ph.D. Placements

    Ebehireme Iyoha, PhD '21. Harvard School of Business and the U.S. Fed (Boston) Ebehi Iyoha's research applies network theory to the study of firm-to-firm interactions within and across countries' borders. In her dissertation, she explores how US publicly-listed companies are affected by the efficiency of their customers and suppliers.

  17. Vanderbilt Law School

    Vanderbilt Law combines the advantages of a stimulating university community, . top-tier faculty, a small, carefully selected student body, and a vibrant, livable city. No. 3. Best quality of life, Princeton Review (2023) No. 10. Ranking of the Top 50 law schools based on employment outcomes, cost, and student debt, Above the Law (2024)

  18. Archive

    New first-of-its-kind research from two Vanderbilt Law School economists contradicts conventional wisdom and finds a female applicant strongly raises her chances of getting hired if she gives ...

  19. Vanderbilt Law School

    Vanderbilt's PhD in Law and Economics trains scholars for academic positions, law practice, policy-making, and public interest work. The JD/PhD in Neuroscience is associated with the MacArthur Foundation Research Network on Law and Neuroscience at Vanderbilt University, which addresses a focused set of problems in criminal justice. The law ...

  20. Vanderbilt University Fully Funded PhD Program in Law & Economics

    Vanderbilt University located in Nashville, Tennessee offers a fully funded PhD program in Law & Economics. The program combines analytical training in economic theory and methodology with the study of law. Upon completion of the program, students receive a PhD in Law and Economics and a J.D. The principal fields of study include law and ...

  21. 'Vanderbilt Law and Economics PhD/JD Program'

    Vanderbilt 2017. Mar. 25, 2011— This Wednesday I formally accepted the Vanderbilt Law and Economics PhD/JD Program offer. This program is 6 years, so I'll be a Vanderbilt 2017 graduate! I think it's appropriate now to post some snippets from my personal statement (for law) and economics (statements of purpose). (You may not recall but I ...

  22. Offer to help grad applicants choosing between JD/PhDs

    Offer to help grad applicants choosing between JD/PhDs. This post is an open call to people who are thinking about JD/PhDs and choosing between programs. I am a JD/PhD student in econ and found that, when I was making a decision between grad programs, there was little information available online for people interested in the dual degree about ...

  23. Michelle Marcus discusses research on NPR's The Indicator from Planet

    Associate Professor of Economics Michelle Marcus was interviewed by NPR's The Indicator from Planet Money about her research on the effects of free school meals on household grocery spending, diet, and food insecurity. ... ScienceDirect. It is a joint work with a former Vanderbilt University PhD student, Katherine Yewell, who is now an ...

  24. Bridging Disciplines: Northwestern Pritzker Law JD-PhD Alumni Redefine

    Whalen quickly thought of two experts to invite: his fellow alumni from the Northwestern Pritzker Law JD-PhD program, Raff Donelson (JD-PhD '17) and John Meixner (JD '12; PhD '13). "John is a talented psychologist and does work that you don't often see at law schools," says Whalen. "Raff does law and philosophy.