Program Overview
The Law at Yale University is a LLM programme in Law over 12 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 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New Haven, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Constitutional Law
- Procedure
- Administrative Law
- Advanced Advocacy for Children and Youth
- Advanced Community and Economic Development Clinic
- Advanced Criminal Justice Clinic
- Advanced Deals Workshop: Public Company M&A
- Advanced Education Adequacy Project
- Advanced Educational Opportunity and Juvenile Justice Clinic
- Advanced Environmental Protection Clinic
- Advanced Ethics Bureau
- Advanced Global Refugee Legal Assistance
- Advanced Immigration Legal Services
- Advanced Landlord/Tenant Legal Services
- Advanced Legal Services for Immigrant Communities
- Advanced Legal Writing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Before applying to the Yale Law School LL.M. program, please review our eligibility requirements below:
- Applicants for the LL.M. program must have completed their law degree at an accredited U.S. law school or a non-U.S. law school with substantially equivalent standards, and must have a strong record of academic accomplishment. All letters of admission are conditional upon graduation. We reserve the right to review or revoke admission if you fail to graduate with your class.
- Some professional or law teaching experience following completion of the first professional degree is encouraged.
- Admission is ordinarily not available to students who have obtained or are pursuing an LL.M. or an equivalent degree from another law school in the United States.
- Admission is generally available only to individuals planning careers in law teaching and scholarship.
- An evaluative interview is not part of the admission process, but on-campus visits are welcomed.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,615 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Yale 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 Yale University
Yale University
New Haven, United States
Yale University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months