Texas A&M University School of Law’s Master of Legal Studies (MLS) and Master of Laws (LL.M.) graduate programs can help you gain the legal perspective and build the expertise you need to tackle legal complexities and gain a professional edge in your industry.
WHY TEXAS A&M SCHOOL OF LAW?
As one of the nation’s largest universities, Texas A&M ranks #1 for endowment size among public universities, ranking seventh overall. You’ll have access to the worldwide Aggie network of over 500,000 alumni, which includes more Fortune 500 Top 100 corporate CEOs than any university in the nation.
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Texas A&M University School of Law ranks #26 among national law schools.
Esteemed Faculty
Small class sizes provide students with personal attention from our world-renowned, nationally ranked faculty.
Customized Academics
No entrance exam requirement, flexible start dates, and a full or part-time course load allow for an academic experience that fits into your personal and professional life.
Choose Your Path
Master of Legal Studies (MLS) Programs | For Non-Lawyers
The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) degree programs are designed for non-lawyer professionals who hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and want a legal education but don’t intend to practice law.
MLS programs require 30 credits and can be completed fully online in as little as one year.
Master of Laws (LL.M.) Programs | For Lawyers
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree programs are designed for attorneys with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or a first degree in law from a foreign university who wish to develop a specialization in a particular area of the law.
LL.M. programs require 24 credits and can be completed fully online in as little as one year.
Graduate Level Certificates
Graduate-level law certificates are designed for professionals holding a bachelor’s degree or equivalent who are interested in understanding the legal aspects of their industry without the monetary and time commitment of a full master’s degree.
Graduate certificate programs require 12 credits and can be completed fully online.