Compare 3 JD course options at 3 universities in Illinois — rankings, tuition fees, intakes and English requirements for international students. Free admission and visa guidance from GIEC Global.
University of Chicago, Chicago
QS World University Rankings 2026: #13
Study Law (JD) at University of Chicago, Chicago — JD, LLM. QS 2026 #13.
Northwestern University, Evanston
QS World University Rankings 2026: #42
Study Law (JD) at Northwestern University, Evanston — JD, LLM. QS 2026 #42.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign
QS World University Rankings 2026: #70
Study Law (JD) at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign — JD, LLM. QS 2026 #70.
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The table below lists JD courses at universities in Illinois with the university ranking, international tuition, intakes and English requirement. Always confirm the latest details on the official course page before you apply.
| Course & university | Level | University ranking | Tuition fee (international) | Intakes | English requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law (JD) University of Chicago | JD, LLM | QS World University Rankings 2026: #13 | Approx. $62,000 – $70,000 per year (undergraduate tuition; varies by program) (university-wide) | Fall (August/September) — main intake; some graduate programs also admit in Spring (January) (university-wide) | TOEFL iBT around 100 or IELTS Academic 7.0+ is typically expected (requirements vary by school and program) (university-wide) |
| Law (JD) Northwestern University | JD, LLM | QS World University Rankings 2026: #42 | Approx. $62,000 – $70,000 per year (undergraduate tuition; varies by program) (university-wide) | Fall (August/September) — main intake; some graduate programs also admit in Spring (January) (university-wide) | TOEFL iBT around 100 or IELTS Academic 7.0+ is typically expected (requirements vary by school and program) (university-wide) |
| Law (JD) University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | JD, LLM | QS World University Rankings 2026: #70 | Approx. $35,000 – $50,000 per year (non-resident / international undergraduate tuition; varies by program) (university-wide) | Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs (university-wide) | TOEFL iBT around 80–100 or IELTS Academic 6.5–7.0 (requirements vary by program) (university-wide) |
Each university sets its own entry requirements. Applicants usually need relevant previous qualifications, a statement of purpose, academic references and proof of English such as IELTS Academic, PTE Academic or TOEFL iBT.
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University of Chicago, Northwestern University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Compare them in the table on this page.
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