Overview

The American Law for Foreign Lawyers at Saint Louis University offers international legal professionals a sophisticated foundation in the United States legal system. This one-year master's degree is specifically tailored to meet the individual professional goals of foreign law graduates through a flexible and supportive academic environment. Each student is paired with a dedicated faculty mentor to guide their module selection and career development.

Why American Law for Foreign Lawyers at Saint Louis University?

Choosing Saint Louis University for legal studies provides access to the oldest law school west of the Mississippi River, carrying a long-standing tradition of academic excellence. The School of Law is situated in the heart of downtown St. Louis, placing students just steps away from major courthouses, government agencies, and leading private law firms. This strategic location facilitates direct engagement with top-tier faculty, legal scholars, and prominent practitioners.

Students benefit from intensive academic support services and a community-focused orientation that helps foreign lawyers transition into the American legal landscape. The programme also allows for interdisciplinary study, with opportunities to take credits from the Chaifetz School of Business or the College for Public Health and Social Justice, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 27630 per semester
National fee: USD 27630 per semester
Local fee: USD 27630 per semester

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Syllabus

To earn the degree, students must complete 24 credits of coursework, typically over two semesters. The curriculum includes mandatory foundational training alongside a wide range of elective options from the School of Law. Modules may include:

Legal Analysis, Research and Communication
Contracts
Torts
Property
Directed Research

In addition to standard coursework, students are required to produce a significant written work, such as a seminar paper or a directed research project. There is also an option to extend studies into the summer to complete a formal six-credit thesis, allowing for deeper specialisation in a specific area of American jurisprudence.

Careers with American Law for Foreign Lawyers

Graduates of this programme are equipped with the substantive and procedural knowledge necessary to navigate the American legal system. This expertise opens diverse professional pathways in both domestic and international markets. Common career destinations for alumni include:

Private law firms
In-house legal counsel for corporations
Government and public service agencies
Non-profit organisations
International organisations

The programme focuses on developing essential lawyering skills, including effective legal research, oral communication, and written advocacy, which are highly valued by employers across the global legal sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal Research and Writing

U.S. Law Course

Contracts

Torts

Property

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

More details

It is recommended that students apply by mid-December for the following fall semester.

Language

English

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Credits

24 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saint Louis, United States

Disciplines

International Law Civil & Private Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 69 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

Complete an online application

If you are applying to enter SLU as a first-time, freshman student, you'll need to complete an essay.

There is no application fee for undergraduate admission.

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs.

Transcript(s)

Two letters of recommendation

Résumé

Personal statement

Proof of financial support must include:A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the time at Saint Louis University

A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of study at the University

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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

55260 USD / year

≈ 55260 USD / year
Out-of-State

55260 USD / year

≈ 55260 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

55260 USD / year

≈ 55260 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Louis

United States

1015 - 1530 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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