University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) - William S. Boyd School of Law

The Boyd School of Law offers the nation's only Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Gaming Law and Regulation degree. The LL.M. degree is a natural complement to the law school's existing Juris Doctor program, which already offers its students more gaming courses than any other law school in the country. Sample courses include U.S. Gaming Law and Casino Resort Law as well as Federal Indian Law and Labor Law. The LL.M. program builds on successful collaborations with the William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration, the International Gaming Institute, and the Center for Gaming Research.

The LL.M. is a 24-credit degree program that can be completed in one academic year as a full-time student or in two academic years as a part-time student. With special permission, students can complete the program at an accelerated or slower pace.

The UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law has nearly 400 students and offers three juris doctor degree programs: a full-time day program, a part-time day program, and a part-time evening program. The school also offers a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Gaming Law and Regulation and three dual degree programs: a J.D./MBA, a J.D./M.S.W. and a J.D./Ph.D. It is fully accredited by the American Bar Association and a member of the American Association of Law Schools. The law school secured its position as one of the country's top 60 law schools, with the #1 ranked Legal Writing program, and its Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution ranked fifth among the top dispute resolution programs, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2020 rankings of graduate schools and specialty programs.

The faculty at Boyd are widely respected scholars, opinion leaders, and practitioners. Above all, they are dedicated teachers. They help students grasp new concepts, look at old concepts in new ways, and apply their knowledge to real-world situations. Members of the current law school faculty have authored or contributed to more than 170 books and written more than 600 law review articles. UNLV faculty are engaged in cutting-edge research on gaming issues including problem gambling, employment law, data management, and many others.

The LL.M. provides a rigorous academic program to advance the legal training of those who already hold a J.D., Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent law degree. The program is open to both domestic and international students. Participants may enroll on either a full-time or part-time basis, can begin their studies in the fall or spring semester.

Applications for the fall 2020 LL.M. program are now being accepted on a rolling basis until the program is full. The application form and instructions can be found here. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Admissions Office at gradlaw@unlv.edu or 702-895-4189.

For full-time residents, tuition for the LL.M. program is $34,800. For full-time non-residents, tuition for the LL.M. program is $42,000.

With the law school's location in an international gaming destination, students will gain access to globally renowned gaming professionals and regulators, observe and learn from cutting-edge debates and decision making, and make lasting professional connections that will serve them well at the beginning of and throughout their law career. Additional perks of going to school in Las Vegas include: low cost of living, affordable housing, and no state tax; world-class dining, entertainment, shopping and nightlife; and easy access to recreational and outdoor activities.

The UNLV Gaming Law Journal -- dedicated to analyzing the law and policy implications of gaming case law, legislation, administrative regulations, and important gaming legal events -- is published by Boyd students in conjunction with the International Masters of Gaming Law. Students can also participate in the Gaming Law Society, a student-run organization dedicated to analyzing the law and policy implications of gaming case law, legislation, administrative regulations, and important gaming legal events. Students can also attend annual events, including the Gaming Law Conference and the Robert D. Faiss Lecture on Gaming Law & Policy.