Overview

Why Choose the LLM Degree at USC Gould?

Recognized by LLM Guide as one of the "Top 10 LLM Programs in California," the Master of Laws LL.M. program at University of Southern California stimulates critical thinking and practical problem solving in addition to providing you with a thorough grounding in American law. Our comprehensive array of courses allows you to customize your degree to fit your career goals.

When you join USC Gould, you will become part of a dynamic and diverse law school community, be nurtured by a world-class faculty, enroll in small and collegial classes, and join the global Trojan Family network of more than 12,500 LLM alumni and 12,000 law alumni. Our graduates include partners in the world's largest law firms, leaders of civil rights movements, and CEOs and presidents of multibillion-dollar companies.

As an LLM student, you will have access to an academic support system led by a full-service staff dedicated exclusively to aiding international students. You will have the opportunity to benefit from:

one-on-one help with course registration
tools for exam preparation
seminars on study techniques
individualized career development advisement
workshops on résumé and cover letter writing, interviewing and job-search strategies
participation in the International Student Interview Program job fair in New York and the UCLA Interview Program in Los Angeles
Early Bar Preparation and other bar exam workshops
USC Gould Continuing Legal Education events, where you can network with leading professionals in tax, entertainment, corporate, real estate and intellectual property law, among other fields
the Summer Law and English four-week intensive
social and athletic outings with fellow LLM students, including a night at the Hollywood Bowl, a USC Trojan football game and a basketball game at Staples Center

Accreditation

The University of South Califronia (USC) is accredited by the Senior College and University Commission (WASC Senior or WSCUC) of the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). The WASC accreditation process aids institutions in developing and sustaining effective educational programs and assures the educational community, the general public, and other organizations that an accredited institution has met high standards of quality and effectiveness. The Commission accredits institutions, not individual programs.

USC is one of the world’s leading private research universities. Established in 1880, it’s also one of the oldest. With a strong tradition of integrating liberal and professional education, USC fosters a vibrant culture of public service and encourages students to cross academic as well as geographic boundaries in their pursuit of knowledge.

Graduate students at USC are key members of the university’s community of scholars, contributing diverse viewpoints and fresh insights that are poised to make their mark on the theories, systems, inventions, public policy, and creative work of the 21st century.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Law and Society
Law and Politics: Electing a President
Concepts in American Law
The Constitution in Transnational Perspective
Psychology and Law
Mental Health Law
Law and Psychology. EXR mining the Criminal Justice Process
Civil and Political Rights and Liberties
Procedure
Contracts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

18 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

Civil & Private Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 72 other Masters in Civil & Private Law 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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General requirements

transcripts and degree verification
a two- to three-page statement that describes your personal, academic and professional background, and your reasons for applying
a résumé or curriculum vitae
test scores are valid for two years from the date taken

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

84034 USD / year

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Out-of-State

84034 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

84034 USD / year

≈ 84034 USD / year

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 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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Overview

Why Choose the LLM Degree at USC Gould?

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Los Angeles

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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