Texas A&M 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.
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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.
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.
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.
Legal Education That Makes a Career Impact
Our graduate degree and certificate programs are designed to help make an immediate impact for your career, as it has for these graduates:
I was looking to change careers and always had an interest in law. Initially, I wasn’t planning to look for a new job until I graduated. The program gave me the confidence to begin looking for a new career prior to graduation. I began applying in the spring [before graduation] and was hired for my current position.”
Lynette Kitchen ‘23, Operations Manager
MLS, General Studies
My degree program was a key factor in being promoted into my current role. The breadth of the curriculum was attractive to my employer as I was going through the interview process, and I believe it strongly helped my cause. Each class gave me something I was able to leverage in real time in my role and validated the choice I made to attend.”
Chris Cuzzucoli ‘22, Bank Secrecy Act Officer
LL.M., Risk Management
I wanted more education and an advanced degree … but not just your standard MBA. The Wealth Management program was interesting, and it paralleled nicely with my job. Within seven months I had three lucrative job offers for better pay and higher positions. I wasn’t even looking for a job, but my degree accentuated my experience and made me an attractive candidate.”
Jody Denney ‘21, Fiduciary Officer
MLS, Wealth Management