Dual Degree: J.D./M.S.F.
Combine a study in law with a study in management with the Vanderbilt J.D./M.S. Finance.
Overview
The Vanderbilt J.D./M.S.F. certifies advanced training and expertise that is highly valued by law firms and their business clients, but rare among graduating law students entering careers in corporate and business law. Corporate law practice requires not only a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory environment in which businesses operate, but also mastery of increasingly complex financial transactions and instruments prevalent in 21st century business and finance, and the J.D./M.S.F. provides immediate advantages in the legal employment market.
Program Format
Select Vanderbilt J.D. students can earn a master's in finance without increasing their time in school. The first two academic years (four semesters) are completed at the law school, followed by one semester of intensive study at Owen Graduate School of Management, and a final (sixth) semester mixing law and business courses while enrolled in the law school. Completing requirements for both degrees in three years requires careful planning and close coordination with program administrators.
Application
The J.D./M.S. Finance program is designed to be completed within three academic years (six semesters), which means that interested J.D. students must apply in the Early Round or Round 1 of Owen M.S. Finance admissions during their third semester at the law school (fall of their second year) and admitted candidates pursuing the dual degree must enroll at the Owen School for their fifth semester (fall of their third year). To learn more about the Owen School's requirements, visit the M.S. Finance program's admissions page.
| Class of 2027 Application Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| Early Decision** | September 11, 2025 |
| Round 1** | November 5, 2025 |
| Round 2 | January 15, 2026 |
| Round 3* | March 5, 2026 |
| Round 4* | April 30, 2026 |
**JD/MSF students are only eligible to apply in Early Round or Round 1. JD/MSF applications will not be considered after Round 1.
Meet Our J.D./M.S.F. Students
JD/MSF '24
Timoteo L’Esperance
"The J.D./M.S.F. gave me a great opportunity to gain a better understanding my future clients and their needs and priorities."
JD/MSF '23
Kendall Kilberger
“I enjoyed the contrast between my law and finance classes. In law classes, you learn together but work alone, while business school is all group work, and each week a marathon."
JD/MSF '22
Luke Kessel
“The J.D./M.S.F. program was ideal for me because I didn’t have a finance background. Owen helped me understand the needs and motivations of my future clients.”