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Tuition USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Winston-Salem, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Master of Studies in Law at Wake Forest University is a Master 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 Master of Studies in 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Winston-Salem, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Studies in Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:

  1. Solicitor / Barrister
  2. Legal Counsel
  3. Policy Advisor
  4. Legal Researcher
  5. Compliance Officer
  6. International Arbitrator

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Legal Methods (introduction to US law and legal writing)
  2. Private Law (contracts, property, and tort law)
  3. Business Law (business organizations, nonprofits, intellectual property, and tax)
  4. Public Law (constitutional, administrative and environmental law, and criminal justice)
  5. Dispute Resolution (litigation, courts, arbitration and mediation)
  6. Negotiation

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applications for the MSL degree and certificate program must include:

  • Completed\xc2\xa0application form
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • Official undergraduate and any graduate school transcripts
  • Two\xc2\xa0reference forms
    Reference forms should come from former professors or employers who can address the applicant\xc2\x92s ability to pursue graduate legal study. Forms may be mailed or emailed to the school directly from the recommender.
  • Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 44,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest University

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    Wake Forest University

    Winston-Salem, United States

    Wake Forest 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
    • Start Date 2018-05-22
    • Language English
    • Duration 12 months