Washington University School of Law
Program for Non-JD Students/Master of Legal Studies (MLS)
St. Louis, USA
DURATION
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LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program is designed for non-JD students who want to understand the law's role in their profession. The curriculum covers essential legal skills, including legal analysis, research, and writing. Students will engage with a variety of legal topics while tailoring their studies to meet their career goals.
Career Outcomes: Graduates of the MLS program can pursue careers in various fields that require legal knowledge. Potential paths include positions in compliance, human resources, business administration, and government services. The program equips students with the skills to navigate legal issues pertinent to their professions.
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Introduction
The MLS program is a customized curriculum — students may specialize in a particular area or take a broad range of law courses to develop a general understanding of the legal system. Counselors from the Office of Graduate and International Programs work with each student to identify the best combination of courses to fit individual career or enrichment goals.
As most law courses are open to MLS students, students are able to work with exceptional faculty and interact with classmates from across the world.