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139 Master's degrees in Public Law in United States

Embarking on a journey to study Public Law in the United States is a choice that combines rigorous academics with the opportunity to engage with a diverse legal landscape. Tuition fees for Public Law programmes in the United States vary widely. At the lower end, you might find programmes with fees around €11,387, offering a more budget-friendly option for students. On the other hand, the higher-end tuition fees can reach up to €75,032, reflecting the premium nature of some institutions and programmes. The typical tuition fee, however, hovers around €41,825, providing a benchmark for what most students can expect to pay.

It's encouraging to note that 1% of the programmes are considered affordable, making it accessible for a broader range of students to pursue their legal education without undue financial strain. Additionally, the flexibility of studying law has increased with 21% of Public Law programmes being offered online. This allows students to balance their studies with other commitments, such as work or family responsibilities.

The commitment of universities in the United States to Public Law education is evident, with 9% of them offering programmes in this field. This wide availability ensures that prospective law students have a variety of options to choose from, allowing them to find a programme that aligns with their career goals and personal preferences.

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Juris Doctor

Realize your leadership potential at our top-value law school and lay the groundwork for an exceptional future with this Juris Doctor JD programme from University of Tulsa.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$46,440/yr

Environmental Law

The Environmental Law programme from Pace University was one of the first law schools in the country to develop a comprehensive and integrated curriculum in environmental law. With it came a commitment to ensure the sustainability of our natural and built environments. 

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available

Public Administration - Law and Public Policy (Online)

Liberty University’s Master of Public Administration - Law and Public Policy (Online) will provide you with the tools and skills needed to become a leader in the fields of law and public policy. Through our MPA in Law and Public Policy degree’s 100% online format, you have the flexibility to focus on other goals while still meeting your educational needs.

M.P.A. Full-time +2 Online
2 years$11,610/yr
Yale University4,3(53)
New Haven, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Law

The Law LL.M. at Yale University is a premier one-year, full-time programme designed for those pursuing careers in legal teaching and scholarship. This public study mode course offers a highly flexible curriculum, allowing students to tailor their research. It requires two terms in residence to complete the degree requirements.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$76,636/yr
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign4,5(28)
Urbana, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Law

The Law program at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is designed to prepare students with or without any prior legal training to excel in their professional careers.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$49,500/yr
University of Colorado at Boulder4,3(23)
Boulder, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Studies in Law

The Studies in Law program of the University of Colorado at Boulder trains students to become compliance and ethics officers at large corporations, as well as at nonprofit entities, such as colleges, universities, and hospitals

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,108/yr
Suffolk University4,8(5)
Boston, United States

Finance and Law

Combine legal expertise and high-level financial aptitude in this expedited program that can be completed in four years. The dual degree Finance and Law program from Suffolk University prepares you to be successful in a world where legal and business responsibilities are intertwined.

Master Full-time On-campus
4 years$62,610/yr
Wake Forest University3,5(2)
Online Top 3% in Worldwide

Master of Studies in Law

The Wake Forest University School of Law’s online Master of Studies in Law focuses on the complex legal and regulatory environments facing professionals today. 

Master Part-time Online
1 year$36,660/yr
Montclair State University4,2(6)
Montclair, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Child Advocacy and Policy

The Child Advocacy and Policy programme at Montclair State University is a comprehensive M.A. degree designed for professionals seeking to protect vulnerable populations. This postgraduate course offers flexible study modes to accommodate working students, focusing on legal, social, and clinical aspects of child welfare.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$14,998/yr
Harvard University4,1(152)
Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Concurrent Degrees

The Concurrent Degrees at Harvard University allow students to earn a master level qualification alongside a second professional degree. This public study mode programme reduces residency requirements, enabling the completion of two degrees in less time. It is designed for those seeking expertise across multiple disciplines.

Master Full-time On-campus
4 years$61,926/yr
Widener University4,3(3)
Online

Law (Online)

The Law (Online) programme at Widener University is a flexible postgraduate course designed for legal professionals. This Master of Laws (LLM) degree offers a public study mode, allowing students to specialise in corporate law and regulatory compliance entirely online while maintaining their professional commitments.

LL.M. Part-time Online
2 years$23,400/yr
New York University4,3(120)
New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Competition, Innovation and Information Law

The Competition, Innovation and Information Law programme at New York University is a specialised LLM designed for legal professionals. This public study mode course explores the intersection of intellectual property and antitrust policy. Students engage with global legal frameworks during this intensive period of academic study.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$83,952/yr
Widener University4,3(3)
Wilmington, United States

Law

The Law programme at Widener University offers a specialised Master of Laws (LLM) for legal professionals. This public study mode course provides in-depth training in areas like corporate law or human rights. Students can complete the 24-credit curriculum in one year of full-time study at the Wilmington campus.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$46,800/yr
Syracuse University4,1(15)
Syracuse, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Public Diplomacy and Global Communications

If you want to do more than just see the world—if you want to interact with it, understand it and change the world for the better—then you’ve found the best place to start a career in public diplomacy then this Public Diplomacy and Global Communications programme from Syracuse University is the right one!

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$36,270/yr
Loyola University Chicago3,9(15)
Chicago, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Juris Doctor and Social Work

The Juris Doctor and Social Work degree at Loyola University Chicago prepares you for a range of practice options, including direct representation or clinical work, systemic reform, legislative advocacy, and community development.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$58,670/yr
University of Missouri - Columbia4,3(10)
Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Affairs (Accelerated)

Current University of Missouri - Columbia undergraduate students are eligible to apply to this Public Affairs (Accelerated) program. 

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$25,924/yr
Hamline University3,0(1)
Online

Law

With Hamline University Master in the Study of Law, you can combine the foundational training of an ABA-approved paralegal certificate with specific, in-depth study in a legal area of your choosing to give you a highly-nuanced understanding of how the law and legal system impact your work.

Master Part-time Online
1 year$30,600/yr
The University of Arizona4,2(45)
Tucson, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Law - Indigenous Peoples' Law and Policy

What makes the Law - Indigenous Peoples' Law and Policy at The University of Arizona unique is the approach to legal education in the fields of federal Indian law, tribal law and policy, and Indigenous peoples human rights.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
1 year$23,400/yr
University of Alaska Fairbanks5,0(1)
Fairbanks, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Justice Administration

The Justice Administration discipline at the University of Alaska Fairbanks represents a melding of theoretical and applied concepts, and the M.A. degree in administration of justice reflects that dichotomy.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$22,140/yr
Suffolk University4,8(5)
Boston, United States

Public Administration and Law

The Public Administration and Law program of Suffolk University combines two complementary fields to open up a range of career opportunities in public service.

Master Full-time On-campus
4 years$57,750/yr

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