What is the LL.M. Master of Laws degree?
This is an advanced degree in law which is generally intended for those individuals who hold a US or foreign-based first degree in law (JD) and who desire further education in a specialized area of law. On occasion, an individual who does not hold a JD degree, but who exhibits exemplary academic scholarly achievement and excellence or demonstrated experience and dedication in a particular area of law, may become admitted to the LLM program. Candidates who do not otherwise hold a J.D. (or equivalent) degree will have their individual application specifically reviewed by the Dean to determine qualification and eligibility to the program. Often, LL.M. students will have a previous Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MHA, MEd., etc.) or other post-graduate degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., DBA., etc.).
