Boston University School of Law (BU Law) is one of America’s most distinguished law schools. The core of the BU Law learning experience is superior instruction and a supportive, dynamic learning environment in which professors guide, inspire and challenge. The school’s roughly 260 LLM students enroll in four distinct LLM programs, and bring an astounding mix of backgrounds and interests to campus, coming from law schools throughout the United States and from more than 40 countries worldwide.
Georgetown Law, in Washington, D.C., has one of the most well-established graduate programs in the United States and offers an unparalleled opportunity for lawyers to broaden and deepen their understanding of law through advanced study. Our LL.M., S.J.D. and Certificate students come from more than 60 countries and close to 150 different law schools from around the world. Georgetown Law offers the widest variety of courses and programs of any law school in the United States.
UCLA School of Law has a reputation for excellence throughout the world. With diverse academic programs, a world-renowned faculty, and an innovative approach, UCLA Law is acclaimed as one of the nation's finest institutions. The law school takes an interdisciplinary approach to legal studies, with a dynamic, flexible curriculum that appeals to a wide range of interests. UCLA law students are among the best and brightest in the world, and together they make up a diverse, close-knit community.
The University of San Diego School of Law truly has "The Perfect Climate for Studying Law." Located in beautiful southern California, USD sits on a stunning campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Our renowned LLM programs offer many areas of specialization, including: Business & Corporate Law, Comparative Law, Criminal Law, Employment & Labor Law, Environmental & Energy Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, and Taxation.
Berkeley Law is one of the top law schools in the U.S. Berkeley Law offers 2 ways to earn the LL.M. degree, over an academic year (LL.M. traditional track), or over a flexible timeline, taking advantage of a full academic summer semester and part-time online semesters (LL.M. executive track).
Berkeley Law is located in the beautiful California Bay Area, close to Silicon Valley, San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean, and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
The University of California, Davis is located in the heart of Northern California two hours from San Francisco and twenty away from the state capital, Sacramento Our law school is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. Our outstanding faculty members are recognized worldwide as experts in their fields, and they are among the most published, quoted and cited law professors in the U.S. We offer an academic year LL.M. and short-term programs.
With more than 200 courses, UH Law Center’s curriculum is one of the most extensive of LL.M. programs in the U.S. Located in Houston, students will study in the nation’s fourth-largest city, which is also a global leader in healthcare, energy, international business and other disciplines. We offer six distinct programs that allow students to select a program that supports their professional and personal goals.
Osgoode Professional Development (OsgoodePD), is a division of Osgoode Hall Law School at York University – one of Canada’s largest, oldest and most prestigious legal institutions. We foster the career advancement of legal professionals worldwide with a wide range of study options that include LLM degrees, non-credit and preparatory programs.
Florida International University College of Law is located in Miami, Florida. Miami is a bustling metropolis that serves as a hub across the Americas, and with the rest of the world, coupled with its sophisticated, multicultural, and dynamic legal community. The LL.M. Program at FIU Law offers a first rate legal education to foreign attorneys interested in bolstering their professional platform with a comprehensive understanding of the laws, institutions, and legal culture of the United States.
Among the most distinguished U.S. law schools, the University of Chicago is the only one which offers the combination of a small LL.M. program with a real sense of community among its students, a challenging academic experience both inside and outside the classroom and an exciting urban location in one of the great cities of the world.
Earn your degree in the heart of global legal practice! St. John’s School of Law has produced lawyers who have distinguished themselves in government, the judiciary, and in legal practice around the world. The law school plays a prominent role in the New York City legal community, imbuing all that it does with the University’s Vincentian tradition. St. John's is known for giving students the knowledge, skills and confidence to serve others while achieving personal and professional success.
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (UC Law SF, formerly known as UC Hastings), was established in 1878 as the first law department of the University of California system and remains a top-ranked law school in the US. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive academic curriculum and hands-on clinical legal education offerings. UC Law SF is home to nationally acclaimed legal centers focused on innovation and intellectual property, dispute resolution, and health policy.
The Faculty of Law at the University of Groningen offers eight, one-year LLM programmes, all fully taught in English. The Faculty has existed ever since the founding of the university in 1614 and has a long standing tradition of legal and academic excellence. On top of this, Groningen is a very popular student city in the Netherlands, providing a pleasant atmosphere in which to live and study.
Ethnically Diverse LL.M. Programs in the U.S.
Jun 25, 2024
Ethnic diversity, like all forms, is a vital aspect of any degree program, especially in the field of law. As the world becomes increasingly globalized, the legal profession is evolving to reflect and understand a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
LL.M. Programs Offering the Most Financial Aid
Jul 02, 2024
Pursuing an LL.M. degree abroad is a transformative experience, but often comes with a significant financial burden. Fortunately, several top law schools offer generous financial aid packages to support international students—including Harvard University, the University of Oxford, and the University of Cambridge.
From National to Global: The Evolution of LL.M. Programs
Apr 12, 2024
As legal systems transcend borders, LL.M. programs are evolving to equip students with the skills needed for an interconnected world
LL.M. Programs in Energy Law
May 16, 2012
Specialized programs can acquaint lawyers with the unique aspects of this growing industry
LL.M. Programs in Financial Regulation
Jan 04, 2013
Can specialized programs help lawyers seeking to work in one of the hottest fields of law?
LL.M. Programs in Transnational Law
Aug 11, 2015
A handful of law schools are offering interdisciplinary programs that teach students to navigate today's global society with a critical eye
LL.M. Programs for Non-Law Graduates
Aug 21, 2007
A look at a handful of programs open to students without a first law degree
Two-Year JD Programs for Foreign Lawyers
Jan 11, 2016
A growing number of two-year JD programs are catering to international lawyers who want to take a bar exam.
LL.M. Programs in Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mar 30, 2015
Specialized programs can help lawyers with tactics like mediation and negotiation, which are increasingly used as alternatives to litigation
Brexit Could Shake Up LL.M. Programs
Nov 29, 2016
Officials at LL.M. programs in the UK and Europe say that Brexit could affect enrollment, research funding, curriculum and more.
LL.M. Programs in Corporate Law Retain Allure
Feb 15, 2023
The deals boom that powered employment in this practice area has ebbed, but graduates of these specialist degree programs are finding strong job opportunities
LL.M. Programs in National Security and International Security Law
Oct 26, 2012
Some law schools have catered to a growing field with specialized programs
Specialized LL.M. Programs: Finding Your Niche
Sep 11, 2023
Focused LL.M. programs have risen to prominence, offering students a chance to delve far deeper into subjects from intellectual property to environmental law. We look at some of the many options.
Demand for Legal Expertise Lifts LL.M. Programs in Cybersecurity
Jun 05, 2023
With the increasing reliance on technology and the rise in cyber threats, law schools are responding with specialist LL.M. programs
Master the Future: LL.M. Programs in Legal Technology
Jun 20, 2023
As the legal industry undergoes a digital transformation, these specialized programs have emerged as an increasingly relevant educational pathway
