Overview

The American Legal Studies LL.M. at the University of Kansas provides international students with a rigorous and comprehensive foundation in the United States legal framework. This postgraduate programme is specifically designed for those who already hold a primary law degree from an institution outside of the U.S. and wish to expand their expertise. By engaging with diverse legal subjects, students prepare for further academic research, international practice, or specific bar examinations.

Why American Legal Studies at the University of Kansas?

Choosing this programme means joining a supportive academic community at the KU School of Law, which is recognised for offering one of the most affordable international law degrees in the country. The university ensures that international students are fully integrated into the law school environment, providing access to the same high-quality services as domestic candidates. This includes dedicated career placement support and specialised academic advising tailored to individual professional goals.

A distinctive feature of the experience is the small class size, which allows for significant interaction with faculty and peers. Students also benefit from a pre-semester Legal English Intensive and orientation programme, ensuring they are well-prepared for the linguistic and structural demands of American legal education. Furthermore, the university provides a no-cost bar preparation programme for eligible students planning to sit for a U.S. bar exam.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 22012 per year
National fee: USD 22012 per year
Local fee: USD 14676 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

U.S. Legal System
Graduate Lawyering Workshop
Professional Responsibility
Business Organisations
Conflict of Laws
Contracts
Criminal Law
Evidence
Family Law

Careers with American Legal Studies

Graduates of this programme are equipped to advance their legal careers in a variety of global contexts. The curriculum provides the necessary academic background for those intending to sit for select bar examinations in the United States. Additionally, the expertise gained in American legal principles is highly valued by international law firms, multinational corporations, and non-governmental organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business Organizations
Conflict of Laws
Contracts
Criminal Law
Criminal Procedure
Evidence
Family Law
Property
Torts
Trusts and Estates

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lawrence, United States

Disciplines

Legal Studies American and Australasian studies View 131 other Masters in American and Australasian studies 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

C.V. or resume
A statement of interest describing your purpose for pursuing the LL.M. as well as your professional goals
At least two letters of recommendation attesting to your ability to complete the LL.M. program
Official transcripts from all undergraduate and law school programs attended
$55 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

22012 USD / year

≈ 22012 USD / year
Out-of-State

22012 USD / year

≈ 22012 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14676 USD / year

≈ 14676 USD / year

Living costs

Lawrence

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.

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