Program Overview
The US Legal Studies at St. John's University is a LLM programme in Law, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the US Legal Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 55,152 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 55,152 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the US Legal Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Contracts
- Real Property
- Torts
- Constitutional Law (Federal and New York)
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Procedure
- New York Practice
- Business Organizations
- Evidence
- Family Law
- Trusts, Wills and Estates
- Sales (Uniform Commercial Code Articles 2,3, and/or 9)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the LL.M. in U.S. Legal Studies program at St. John\xc2\x92s School of Law is selective and based upon excellence in prior legal studies. Evidence of academic scholarship as well as professional achievements will be considered. The LL.M. Program is designed to have a limited enrollment in order to enrich the quality of the experience for each LL.M. candidate.
Eligibility
Any foreign law school graduate holding a law degree (J.D., LL.B. or equivalent) from a non-U.S. law school recognized in the country where founded and located.English Proficiency Tests
Because of the nature of the LL.M. Program in U.S. Legal Studies, it is essential that all students have a high level of comprehension and oral and written expression in the English language. Foreign graduates (other than students from Australia, English-speaking Canada, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom) are required to have taken the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Test prior to applying.Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) Application
The LL.M. in U.S. Legal Studies is designed for Foreign Graduates who demonstrate academic achievement comparable to that of U.S. law school graduates. In order to complete the application process, all foreign students must register through LL.M. Credentials Assembly Service of the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).
English for American Law School
English for American Law School is an intensive four-week summer course designed for students entering St. John\xc2\x92s LL.M. programs who are not native English speakers. The course\xc2\x92s aim is to familiarize these students with the U.S. legal system and its vocabulary, thereby enabling them to participate more effectively in their studies in the LL.M. Program.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 55,152 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 55,152 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 55,152 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 55,152 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact St. John's University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About St. John's University
St. John's University
City of New York, United States
St. John's University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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