Overview

The LLM in International Law from DePaul University is designed for both experienced attorneys and recent law school graduates from the United States and abroad who wish to earn an advanced degree in one of the following concentrations:

International Business, Commercial & Trade Law
International Cultural Heritage Law
International Governance & Rule of Law
International Human Rights Law & Policy and Criminal Justice

Key Facts

The DePaul international law program is designed for those who wish to:

Earn an advanced law degree to assist in the pursuit of a career with law firms, governmental and nongovernmental agencies, and academic institutions worldwide
Obtain practical and theoretical knowledge of international law and its interaction with the laws of the United States and other countries
Learn the research, analytical and communication skills required to succeed in international law practice
Represent clients engaged in international transactions and relationships
Establish a network of professional international contacts and clients
Work with faculty experts in international and U.S. law
Interact with students from diverse legal cultures

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Law
Legal Systems

Legal Writing And Research

International Trade Law

Public International Law

International Business Transactions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

24 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

Completed application
Application fee: A $40 nonrefundable application processing fee is required. If submitting your application electronically, you may pay online through LSAC. If mailing in your application, you may submit a check payable to Office of Law Graduate Admissions.
Personal statement: A personal statement is required and must accompany your application for admission.
Resume: A current resume is required, should not exceed two pages and must accompany the application.
Two letters of recommendation
Official law school transcript

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

43392 USD / year

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Out-of-State

43392 USD / year

≈ 43392 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

43392 USD / year

≈ 43392 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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

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