About the course

The law touches every career, every company, every field. Loyola Law School, Los Angeles offers a Master of Science in Legal Studies (MLS) program that equips both recent graduates and working professionals with the legal knowledge and analytical skills to take the next step in their education or their careers.

　　With a flexible curriculum, focused specializations or a custom program tailored to your academic and career goals, Loyola's MLS can give you the legal knowledge and critical thinking skills you need to succeed.

　　As an MLS student, you will choose a specialization or a flexible curriculum of your own design, guided by a faculty advisor to create the plan that best suits your goals. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Los Angeles
Fall (August), 2025	Los Angeles

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Loyola Marymount University

Applicants must have earned an undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the United States, or its equivalent from a foreign institution. Please note the American Bar Association does not allow credits received in an MLS program to be transferred to a JD degree. The application form asks applicants to complete and upload a personal statement, resume and unofficial transcripts online. Personal Statement, International applicants must submit an official English translation or certified evaluation of an official transcript for baccalaureate and all post-baccalaureate degrees. The Admissions Committee prefers TOEFL scores of 90 and higher, however, the application will be reviewed in its totality. Two letters of recommendation are required. Resume. Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) required for admission is 3.0.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Loyola Marymount University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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