Master of Jurisprudence, Compliance & Risk Management

The application deadline for Master of Jurisprudence, Compliance & Risk Management is Oct 12, 2026, and tuition is $882/Credit.

Drake University's 100% online Master of Jurisprudence in Compliance and Risk Management is designed for non-lawyers. It equips students with legal and business expertise to understand regulations, manage compliance, and mitigate risks in complex environments. The program provides a deep understanding of legal concepts and regulatory systems to help organizations stay compliant and uphold ethical standards.

The program requires 24 credit hours and can be completed in 1.5 years.

Graduates enter roles such as compliance officer, risk manager, labor relations specialist, health and safety specialist, financial analyst, or database architect, or strengthen their expertise in current roles.

Applicants need a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and no GRE or GMAT is required. International students must provide TOEFL (minimum 79-80 internet-based), IELTS (minimum 6.5), or Duolingo (minimum 110) scores. Required documents include transcripts, a résumé, a one-page essay, and two professional recommendations.

The programme totals about 24 credit hours. 100% online, with a typical duration of 1.5 years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 64% of applicants.

Drake University places students in Des Moines, a city with connections to the arts, business, politics, and food. The campus offers an open environment for students who want to begin with a clear academic interest or take time to discover a direction. Hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and support designed to help students gain their footing are part of the Drake experience.

Academic options span more than 150 programs across seven colleges and schools. Faculty help students connect classroom learning with research, internships, and other practical experiences. Personalized mentorship is central to the student experience, with faculty available to support students as they work toward their goals. Global perspectives are integrated into campus life through learning alongside students from around the world and opportunities on campus and across the globe.

Community service is also part of learning at Drake. Students, faculty, and staff contribute more than 230,000 hours each year through volunteer work, outreach, and pro-bono service in the Des Moines community. International students can expect a setting that links academic study with local engagement and global perspectives, while the city provides access to cultural, civic, business, and culinary experiences beyond campus.