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The Program
In today’s world, lawyers are increasingly asked to work with clients from around the world on cross-border transactions and litigation. The Seattle University School of Law LLM Program will prepare you to work in this global environment.
- Benefit from our law school’s strategic location in the heart of Seattle, home to many start-ups and high-tech Fortune 100 companies, including Microsoft, Amazon, Zillow, Boeing, and more.
- Become eligible to sit for licensing exams in many U.S. states.
- Learn from our world-class faculty, some of whom manage legal departments of Seattle-based corporations.
- Connect with our network of 11,000+ distinguished alumni around the world.
- Hone your writing skills in our Legal Writing Program ranked #6 by U.S. News & World Report.
LLM in American Legal Studies
The LLM in American Legal Studies is designed as a general overview of the legal system in the United States and is intended for foreign-trained lawyers who wish to become eligible to take the bar exam in the United States. The program is 24 credits and may be attended full or part-time. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for the bar exam in Washington, California, and several other states.
LLM in Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
The LLM in Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship addresses the substantial need for a new cadre of legal service professionals who are well-trained in the underlying regulatory schemes and well-versed in the technological and strategic features that define the newest methods of doing business. The program is intended for foreign-trained and US-trained attorneys who wish to focus their studies in the areas of privacy, cybersecurity, digital commerce, and financial technology. The program is 24 credits and may be attended full or part-time. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for the bar exam in Washington, California, and several other states (note that more than 24 credits may be required to complete the LLM and to meet bar eligibility requirements).
The University
Seattle University and greater surrounding area.
Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher learning located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Its diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools and colleges.
The Law School
Sullivan Hall, Seattle University School of Law
Seattle University School of Law offers an innovative approach to legal education for the highly driven and civically engaged. From its campus in the heart of Seattle’s dynamic urban core, the school delivers a leading-edge legal education, including top-ranked legal writing and experiential programs, providing foundational knowledge applicable to all forms of legal practice. The demanding values-based curriculum – led by supportive and dedicated faculty and practicing legal professionals – integrates classroom instruction with real-world learning opportunities complemented by deep ties to the legal, business, and nonprofit community, both nationally and in the Seattle region, a global hub of technology and innovation. For 50 years, Seattle U Law has developed sought-after graduates known for their talent and tenacity, cultivating a dynamic community of alumni renowned throughout the nation and beyond as passionate practitioners committed to justice, excellence, and service.
The Faculty
Seattle University School of Law’s faculty consists of preeminent scholars and current law practitioners who specialize in a range of legal disciplines. Nationally and internationally recognized as leaders in their respective fields, the faculty are passionate teachers whose approach to legal education is centered on students and their future success in the legal profession.
Alumni
Seattle U Law has the most extensive alumni network in the Pacific Northwest, which extends throughout the nation and across the globe. Numbering 12,000+ strong, alumni serve in a wide range of roles within the legal profession, as defenders, prosecutors, judges, partners and associates as firms of all sizes, counsel at global corporations, and more. Alumni warmly welcome new Seattle U Law graduates into their vibrant community of legal professionals.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the LLM program, candidates must have a law degree from the United States or any other country.
Application Procedure
For information on how to apply to Seattle U Law's LLM Program, visit the LLM Admission section on our website.
Tuition and Fees
Our tuition rates are very competitive. The estimated tuition for our LL.M. in American Legal Studies is $45,072.00, and for our LLM in Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship it is $52,584.00.
We also offer 20 Part-tuition scholarships ranging from 20% to 35%, attributed based on academic excellence, and financial need.
We encourage you to connect with one of our current students to gain insight into their experiences at Seattle University School of Law:
Ankita Mishra: https://calendly.com/ankita_sulaw
Ashok Kumar: https://calendly.com/akumarb/meeting-with-ashok
Prachi Trivedi: https://calendly.com/ptrivedi-0dc/30min
Esther Arokun: earokun@seattleu.edu
Bharatee Kavitha: bannaduraikavitha@seattleu.edu
Nesar Ahmad Salik: nsalik@seattleu.edu
Location
The School of Law is located on a beautiful 50-acre campus strategically located in the heart of Seattle's legal and business community, near major law firms, federal and state courthouses, government offices, Fortune 500 company headquarters (including Amazon and Microsoft), and more.
Seattle and Washington are ranked #1 in several lists:
- Best State in the Country (U.S. News & World Report)
- Best City for Job Opportunities (LinkedIn)
- Best City for Business & Careers (Forbes)
Accommodation
Students may be eligible to live in on-campus accommodation. Visit the Seattle University housing website in order to determine eligibility, or contact housing directly at housing@seattleu.edu.
Student Life
At Seattle U Law, we believe in providing enriching experiences for our LLM students to complement their classroom learning. We offer wealth of extracurricular opportunities, including more than 40 student organizations, frequent lectures and discussions with prominent figures in law, social and networking events, and much more. Additionally, the law school is situated in the heart of Seattle, with a variety of world-class arts and entertainment venues, restaurants, and iconic landmarks to explore. Participating in our robust student life will help you make connections with your fellow students that will last a lifetime.
Programs at Seattle - Law
Full-Time
- Tuition listed is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,963.
- Tuition listed is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,963.
- Program can be completed in between 9 and 12 months. The 9-month program allows time to sit for the July bar exams.
- General Studies
- Health Law
- Sports Law
- Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
- Areas of specialization include General Studies, Health Law, Sports Law, and Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship.
- Tuition listed is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,462 for 30 credits.
Part-Time
- Tuition listed is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,963.
- Program length is flexible and can be completed in between 12 and 24 months.
- Tuition listed is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,963.
- Program can be completed in between 9 and 12 months. The 9-month program allows time to sit for the July bar exams.
- General Studies
- Health Law
- Sports Law
- Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
- Areas of specialization include General Studies, Health Law, Sports Law, and Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship.
- Tuition listed is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,462 for 30 credits.
- Listed tuition is the total cost of the program based on the current per-credit cost of $1,462.
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