Overview

The Global Legal Studies program allows students of Washburn University to build a course of study uniquely tailored to their interests and goals by pursuing a general track of study.

Additionally, the program offers specialization in oil and gas law; corporate and commercial law; public law; and in legal analysis, writing and advocacy. You will work with the faculty program director to select courses consistent with your individual interests and objectives.

You will take classes alongside students enrolled in the J.D. program and develop lasting relationships with future American lawyers. LL.M. students must earn a minimum of 24 credits in order to graduate. At least 12 credit hours will be comprised of electives.

Program Tracks

General

The General Track allows students to build a program uniquely tailored to their interests and goals, without trying to fit it into one of Washburn Law's other tracks.

Corporate and Commercial Law

Public Law

U.S. Legal Analysis, Writing, and Advocacy Skills

In addition to the Required Courses, students in each track will have available as electives all the courses offered at the law school

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Divorce Practice
Domestic Violence
Evolution of a Business Transaction
Financial Aspects of Divorce
Oral Argument
Interviewing & Counseling
Jury Selection & Voir Dire

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

24 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

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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

applicants must have a first level law degree from a non-U.S. law school or faculty of law, granted prior to the start of the LL.M. program.

Complete the Washburn Law LL.M. application.

personal statement of 300 to 1,000 words, written in English, explaining your reasons for wanting to pursue an LL.M. from Washburn Law.

Official transcript from the law school or university granting your law degree

At least two letters of recommendation from law professors, employers, or others who can attest to your ability to pursue advanced graduate work

Proof of English proficiency

Original financial supporting documents from the student/student's sponsor, such as bank statements, etc.

Copy of passport ID/picture page

$70 application and processing 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

15480 USD / year

≈ 15480 USD / year
Out-of-State

15480 USD / year

≈ 15480 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12096 USD / year

≈ 12096 USD / year

Additional Details

Living costs

Topeka

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Topeka

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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