Program Overview
The US Law for Foreign Lawyers at Washington University in St. Louis 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 US Law for Foreign Lawyers 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 7.5
- Tuition: USD 53,016 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 53,016 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the US Law for Foreign Lawyers programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- U.S. Law LLM candidates must have earned a first law degree from their home jurisdiction.
- Non-native applicants have to show proof of sufficient language proficiency.
- Candidates must submit:
- an application;
- one recommendation letter;
- Official academic transcripts, in notarized English translations if not provided in English by your university;
- Indication of English-language proficiency, as in a recent TOEFL, IELTS, ILEC or other standardized test score.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 53,016 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 53,016 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 53,016 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 53,016 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Washington University in St. Louis 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 Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, United States
Washington University in St. Louis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2005-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-07
- Language English
- Duration 12 months