<p>It's probably another FAQ-type question but in contemplating joint JD/MA programs, does the applicant have to take both sets of exams? It would seem so. Or is there a difference of approach among schools, with some taking the LSAT only? I can see it either way.</p>
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but in contemplating joint JD/MA programs, does the applicant have to take both sets of exams? It would seem so.
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<p>It depends on the school to which the applicant is applying; you need to do an LSAT for law school, of course, but some M.A. programs and Ph.D programs do not require the GRE; for instance, MIT's philosophy program does not require a GRE, but Harvard's does.</p>
<p>Addtionally, if I am not mistaken, the applicant must submit separate applications to the law school and to the graduate school he/she wants to attend, and combine them into a joint-program if he/she is admitted into both.</p>
<p>For most schools, you're required to submit separate applications to the law school and the graduate department and be admitted to both in order to pursue the dual degree program.</p>
<p>I'm not up-to-date, but it might be possible to start one program, say law school, and apply to the other later. Who knows, the parallel MBA, MA or whatever program admissions people might be influenced by your current status, including of course any grades and recommendations so far.</p>