Academic Degree Professional Degrees (JD, MD, MBA)

Question 1

What does 'JD' stand for and what field does it represent?

Accepted Answer

Juris Doctor — the professional law degree

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Junior Doctor — entry-level medical degree

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Justice Doctorate — graduate criminal justice degree

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Joint Degree — a combined interdisciplinary program

Question 2

What standardized exam must applicants take to be admitted to US law school?

Accepted Answer

LSAT (Law School Admission Test)

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GRE (Graduate Record Examination)

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MCAT (Medical College Admission Test)

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GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)

Question 3

What must a JD graduate do after law school to legally practice law in most US states?

Accepted Answer

Pass the state bar exam

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Complete a medical residency

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Earn a master's degree in legal studies

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Obtain a teaching license from the state

Question 4

What does 'MD' stand for in the context of professional degrees?

Accepted Answer

Doctor of Medicine

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Master of Diagnostics

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Medical Director

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Module Doctor

Question 5

What standardized test is required for admission to US medical schools?

Accepted Answer

MCAT (Medical College Admission Test)

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LSAT

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GRE

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USMLE

Question 6

How many years does it typically take to complete a medical degree (MD) program in the US?

Accepted Answer

4 years of medical school, plus 3–7 years of residency

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2 years of coursework only

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6 years of combined undergraduate and medical training

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1 year of intensive coursework