Course-Based Master's Degree Program

The Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree program is a course-based Master's degree program in law for students who have received a law degree, such as an LL.B., from a university outside of the United States. The LL.M. degree is a program for students who want to learn about American law and common law analysis.

Overview

The program is composed of two required courses and multiple elective courses chosen from the J.D. curriculum, totaling at least 24 credits.

The program can be completed in two semesters, with either fall semester entry (September-May) or spring semester entry (January-December).

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Required Courses

Elective Courses

Elective courses allow students the flexibility to design the program around areas of law that are of interest to them, selected from Law School courses.

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Bar Exam Qualification

LL.M. graduates may qualify to take a Bar exam in the United States.

Please review The Comprehensive Guide to Bar Admission Requirements and consult with the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for up-to-date information.

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