Overview

Students of the American Law program offered by Boston University, not only learn the substance of US doctrine in virtually any area of interest—intellectual property, international business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and alternative dispute resolution, to name only a few—they also learn something equally as important: how US lawyers are trained to analyze legal questions and advocate on their clients’ behalf.

Upon admission and confirmation of commitment to attend BU Law, students will receive detailed registration materials and indicate preliminary course selections. Academic plans, however, are not completely settled until students meet one-on-one with the director or associate director, who will discuss professors’ different teaching styles and approaches and guide each student on how to construct the optimal study plan to achieve his or her goals.

Learning Outcomes

Students will demonstrate:

A basic understanding of the US legal system.

An ability to use legal authority and perform legal analysis.

Proficiency in legal English, in both written and oral communications.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Legal System

Venture Capital Financing

Microfinance and Development

Financial Services Law Internship

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Finance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

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Credits

24 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

Civil & Private Law Public Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 77 other Masters in Civil & Private Law in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

US-trained applicants must be graduates of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association at the time of matriculation.

Foreign-trained applicants must hold a first degree in law, or its equivalent, from an accredited or comparably recognized law school or law faculty outside the United States at the time of matriculation. Admission to the national bar of certain jurisdictions may meet the eligibility criteria.

Completed Application for Admission Form

Application Fee

Official, Sealed Academic Records

Two Letters of Recommendation

Personal Statement of Interest

Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

66670 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 66670 USD per year during 12 months.
National

66670 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 66670 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

66670 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 66670 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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