Overview
About the Indigenous Peoples Law program
This M.L.S. in Indigenous Peoples Law program from University of Oklahoma offers an accelerated program (15 months) that can be taken entirely online. This program offers a strong foundation in Native American Law for anyone who deals with contracts, negotiations or any other issues that demand knowledge of Native American self-governance issues, policy, regulation or business practice.
At OU, Federal Indian law is integrated into the curriculum, rather than being an isolated specialty. Approximately half of all juris doctor students take an Indian law class while at OU Law, making the Native American Law Program one of the college’s primary areas of study. Oklahoma students recognize that Indian law issues may affect every area of practice, from administrative law to zoning law, particularly common areas like contracts, property, family, personal injury, and environmental law. The Native American law program prepares students for local or international practice through a range of educational opportunities.
OU Law offers students the opportunity to specialize in indigenous peoples law through a variety of programs including the juris doctor certificate for law students; Master of Legal Studies degree for lawyers and non-lawyers alike; and Master of Laws degree for law school graduates.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- History of Federal Indian Law & Policy
- Native American Natural Resources
- Criminal Jurisdiction in Indian Country
- Legal Research in Indian Country
- Religion, Culture & Indian Law
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 15 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
International Law Public Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 41 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Current resume
- Three letters of recommendation
- A statement of your career and educational goals (1 to 1.5 pages, double-spaced)
- Official transcripts for all institutions attended
- International applicants must also submit an official TOEFL score and confidential financial statement
Tuition Fee
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International
18700 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18700 USD per year during 15 months.
- Oklahoma Residents: $334.75 per credit
- Non-Residents: $334.75 per credit
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.