Program Overview
The Law and Diplomacy (MALD) at Tufts University is a MA programme in Law over 24 months, 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 Law and Diplomacy (MALD) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 45,240 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,240 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Medford, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Law and Diplomacy (MALD) programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Human Security
- International Information and Communication
- Ralph Bunche Society for Diversity in International Affairs
- International Development Group
- Fletcher Global Women
- Hitachi Center for Technology and International Affairs
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application Checklist
- Application for Admission
- Application Fee of $80
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Two Letters of Recommendation (a third is optional)
- Essay 1
- Essay 2
- Essay 3
- Resume
- Official Test Score Reports
- Evaluative Interview
- Scholarship Application
- Ph.D. Dissertation Proposal
- Masters Thesis or Writing Sample
- List of Ph.D. programs to which you are applying
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 45,240 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,240 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 45,240 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 45,240 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Tufts 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 Tufts University
Tufts University
Massachusetts, United States
private research university in Medford/Somerville, Massachusetts
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
