Overview

A program 38 years old and growing, the International Legal Studies degree at American University Washington DC was established in 1982 by Professors Claudio Grossman and Robert Goldman in response to a growing demand for lawyers trained in international law.

Key Features

With more than 150 students, fellows, and visiting scholars from more than 60 countries, the International Legal Studies Program at the American University Washington College of Law is one of the most intellectually and culturally diverse programs in the nation.

The program incorporates a rich array of international law courses and seminars, experiential learning, and special events which allow our students to interact and network with faculty, international attorneys, diplomats, business leaders, and policy makers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Environmental Law

International Investment Law

International Criminal Law

International Trade Law and Policy

International Business Law

International Human Rights

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

24 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Legal Studies Master of Laws (LLM) View 173 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a Juris Doctor (JD) from a US law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) or a first degree in law from a foreign law school with equivalent standards.

Submit a completed application form along with supporting documents before the application deadline

International applicants must meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement

Official Copies of Academic Records

Two Letters of Recommendation

Personal Statement

$55.00 Application Fee

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

66990 USD / year

≈ 66990 USD / year
Out-of-State

66990 USD / year

≈ 66990 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

66990 USD / year

≈ 66990 USD / year

Additional Details

Part-Time: $2,481per credit

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 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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