Overview

Our innovative LL.M. Law program at the College of William & Mary is designed for foreign-educated students and attorneys who want to compete in an increasingly globalized legal world. We have been welcoming students from all over the world since 1989.

Our traditional two-semester, full-time program begins in the fall or spring semester and ends with graduation in mid-May or January. All students participate in a mandatory Law Week, which begins one week before the official start of the semester, and includes a series of classes about the American legal system as well as legal writing and research. Students are required to participate in all Law Week events.

Why Choose the William & Mary LL.M. Degree?

Oldest law school in America.

Emphasis on legal writing, research, and other practical lawyering skills.

Small, personalized program in a safe and beautiful environment.

Programme Structure

Class Structure

Most classes will be taken with American J.D. students. Many LL.M. students choose the first-year J.D. courses, such as Criminal Law, Civil Procedure, and Torts. Most classes will be lectures, but you may also take some seminar courses, which have smaller class sizes and are discussion-based.

Exams are held at the end of each semester, following the last day of classes. Exams are written and may consist of essays, multiple choice questions, or a combination of both. Your professor will provide more specifics regarding the exam format.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Williamsburg, United States

Disciplines

Master of Laws (LLM) View 226 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A non-refundable processing fee of $50 is required for application for admission to a graduate program in Arts & Sciences.

Letters of Recommendation

You are required to provide official transcripts or marks statements and degree certificates from all institutions of higher education that you have attended.

Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Scores

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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Tuition Fee

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International

60890 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60890 USD per year during 12 months.
National

60890 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60890 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

37838 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37838 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Williamsburg

1306 - 2134 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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