Program Overview

U.S. Law (LLM)

Program Summary

The U.S. Law (LLM) program is a 100% online program that requires 24-26 credits to complete. The program is offered by the School of Law at George Mason University and is designed to meet the needs of foreign-trained lawyers seeking knowledge of U.S. Law.

Program Description

The online LLM in U.S. Law is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of U.S. Law and a path to bar passage in the U.S.A. The program is tailored to meet the needs of foreign-educated lawyers and non-native English speakers. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the U.S. legal system and to prepare them for careers in law firms and corporations handling U.S. legal matters.

Careers

There is a demand for foreign-trained lawyers with knowledge of the U.S. legal system. Career opportunities exist in law firms and corporations handling U.S. legal matters. The U.S. Law LLM curriculum meets the requirements for both the California and Washington State Bar exams.

Courses

Program requirements are subject to change, and students should refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.

Details

Who should apply

The online LLM program is designed for foreign-trained lawyers seeking knowledge of U.S. Law and looking to improve their legal skillset and grow their career.

Application Requirements

• Application Fee
• Official Academic Transcript(s)
• 500 Word Statement
• Current Resume
• Two Letters of Recommendation
• Interview
• Proof of English Language Proficiency

Financial Aid

Information on grants, scholarships, and loans is available through the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Why choose George Mason School of Law

The goal of the Scalia Law School is to provide students with an outstanding legal education, teach them to critically evaluate prevailing orthodoxy and pursue new ideas, and prepare them to distinguish themselves in their chosen fields.

Students of the U.S. Law LLM Program can:

• Improve legal skills without neglecting professional and personal commitments
• Enhance ability to meet the academic qualifications required to take a U.S. bar exam
• Bolster academic credentials and stand out to prospective legal employers
• Improve career opportunities with law firms and corporations handling U.S. legal matters
• Effectively handle legal work outsourced from the U.S.
• Earn a degree in as little as one year, or as long as three years