Catholic University of America Multiple locations
Washington, D. C. , Washington, D.C. , United States
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Overview
The 26-credit program in Legal Studies from Catholic University of America equips students with both a general understanding of the American legal system and specific knowledge of their chosen field of interest.
All M.L.S. students will conclude their studies by working with a faculty member on a final project. The remaining credits allow candidates to further their knowledge in their chosen field of interest.
Concentrations
The M.L.S. degree program enhances the ability of professionals to work with lawyers and legal issues, to gain a deeper knowledge of a particular legal field, and to understand laws and regulations.
Students can choose to concentrate in the fields of Compliance and Corporate Responsibility, Criminal Justice, Employment and Human Resources, Intellectual Property, and Political Law.
Alternatively, students may choose a General U.S. Law option, which allows students to design a course of study that best suits their interests and needs.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Compliance & Corporate Responsibility
- Criminal Procedure: The Investigative Process
- Labor & Employment
- Election Law
- Interviewing, Counseling & Negotiating
- Cyberlaw
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
26 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Patent & Intellectual Property Law Criminal Law Legal Studies View 38 other Masters in Patent & Intellectual Property Law in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to the program is based on a portfolio of information, including a completed application form, undergraduate and graduate transcripts from any accredited schools attended, a personal statement that speaks to the applicant’s interest in the program, a resume, a letter of recommendation, and any standardized test scores (such as the LSAT, GMAT, MCAT, GRE, SAT, or ACT) that the applicant wishes to submit.
- International students will also be required to submit proof of language proficiency through a TOEFL or IELTS score.
- Applicants are expected to meet the minimum admissions requirements for other graduate programs at The Catholic University of America.
- Graduates of foreign universities are eligible for the M.L.S. program and encouraged to apply.
Tuition Fee
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International
19586 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1130 USD per credit during 18 months. -
National
19586 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1130 USD per credit during 18 months.
Living costs for Washington, D. C.
1705 - 2975 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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MPOWER Financing Student Loans between $2,001 - $100,000 Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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