Overview

While technically a specialization in the International Law LL.M., University of Miami's LL.M. in U.S. and Transnational Law for Foreign-Trained Lawyers program permits unusual flexibility and allows students to choose courses in their area of interest from the general law school curriculum and structure their studies according to their professional goals.

Careers

Foreign-trained attorneys who want to learn about the U.S. legal system

Those looking for the possibility of remaining in the U.S. to practice law with the opportunity to earn a J.D. and/or qualify to take a U.S. Bar Exam, including New York

Individuals wanting to explore the field of international law outside of his or her own country

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Law of the Sea

Admiralty

Coastal Law

Environmental Law

Marine Insurance

Marine Ecology & Law

Maritime Personal Injury

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00

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Priority deadlines

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Law Public Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 255 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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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Other requirements

General requirements

The most competitive UM applicants have a bachelor’s degree in a related field

Complete the online application

Official Transcripts

Send official Test Scores: Test scores will only be accepted if they are submitted directly from the testing agency

Complete the School Report

Letter(s) or Recommendation

Conduct updates, if applicable

Special Programs may ask for additional requirements like a portfolio or/and schedule and audition

If applicable, submit your financial aid documents

For international students only: Submit official test scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Tuition Fee

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International

63850 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31925 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

63850 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31925 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

63850 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31925 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Miami

1508 - 2603 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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Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for U.S. and Transnational Law for Foreign-Trained Lawyers.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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