Laws (Global Legal Studies)

Arizona State University

United States of America, Tempe Junction

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Arizona State University

United States of America , Tempe Junction

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 115

Campuses

Downtown Phoenix

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines17-Aug-2023

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 53,284 / year

Next Intake 17-Aug-2023

Laws (Global Legal Studies)

About

The LLM program allows one year of post-JD study tailored to the scholarly and practice interests of participating students.

The program draws on the unique focus of the center and the faculty's international and transnational legal expertise in global health, the environment, human rights, trade and emerging technologies. The program emphasizes transdisciplinary study and links rigorous legal training with the research and scholarship drawn from political science, policy studies, anthropology and sustainability.

Students can take a wide variety of courses on international topics, such as international environmental law, international human rights law, and international institutions. These include business-related courses such as international contracts, international taxation, international commercial arbitration and international business transactions.

Students who participate in externships gain practical experience that makes them more competitive for jobs at home and abroad. ASU Law can place every eligible enrolled student into an externship at organizations in Arizona or Washington, D.C., such as the U.S. State Department, World Bank, International Rescue Committee, Department of Homeland Security and Human Rights First. The opportunity for students to network with international decision-makers, opinion leaders and top practitioners is further amplified through ASU's large presence in Washington, D.C.

Students can develop professionally by engaging with globally minded leaders in the legal, government and business communities. For instance, the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations hosts events and other forums for select students to engage with prominent leaders and practitioners on trending international issues.

Each year, the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law holds a workshop with the American Red Cross on international humanitarian law that brings students, members of the military and community leaders together to learn more about the principles governing armed conflict.

Disciplines

Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law CLW

Requirements

Entry Requirements

U.S. Bachelors Degree Equivalent: Bachelor

Degree length: 4+ Years

Transcripts issued in English: Yes

The issuing institution provides transcripts in English.

Language of documents Literal translations of transcripts and diplomas are required when the original documents are not issued in English.

An official degree certificate is required: No

English proficiency required:Yes

Diploma Supplement Available? No

When a diploma supplement is not available students need to send original language transcripts.

Document Requirements: Transcripts and Diploma issued by degree granting institution

Career

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of lawyers is projected to grow 9% between 2020 and 2030. The Master of Laws degree can lead to a number of opportunities in the legal profession at large, helping current lawyers advance in their careers by refining their leadership skills, becoming fluent with advanced terminology, developing a keen sense of professionalism, and learning how to navigate an ever-changing global environment.

Career examples include:

chief executive officer or legal officer
global litigation director
judge
law firm partner or administrator
law school professor
private banker (international)

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 53,284

Application Fee

USD 115

How to Apply

Ensure you meet admission requirements.

If you are a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident student, see the graduate admission steps and requirements.

The university maintains minimum standards for consideration for admission to graduate degree programs. Applicants should review these university standards as well as application materials and timelines for submitting your application for the degree program of your interest.

Complete the graduate admission application and submit the nonrefundable application fee.

Complete the application for graduate admission, which is for degree, certificate and nondegree-seeking prospective students. If you are interested in a program in the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, visit the college's admission site for the application and instructions. When you complete your application for admission, you will be asked to submit your payment for the application. ASU accepts Visa or Mastercard. The application fee is dedicated to the administrative cost of processing all applications received and is not refundable under any circumstance, regardless of the admission decision, the date of filing, time of review, or if for whatever the reason the application is withdrawn or you are unable to enroll in class.

Application fee:
International: $115

Have official transcripts sent to Graduate Admission Services.

Official transcripts are certified copies of official documents from each secondary school, college, university or technical school attended. Records must include courses completed, grades or marks earned, and certificates or degrees awarded. Include a certified English translation of all documents not written in English.

You must have one set of official transcripts from every college and university from which you earned a bachelor's degree or higher sent to ASU. If your school(s) cannot send them directly to ASU, you may send them yourself, making sure they meet one of the following requirements:

Original academic credentials issued by the registrar of the institution attended, bearing the original raised or colored seal of the institution and the signature of the institution’s registrar, academic official or recognized international organization.

Photocopies of original academic credentials that have been verified as true copies of the original by a responsible official of the institution attended or by an education representative of the country’s government or embassy. Each page must bear the verifying official’s signature and stamp. Verifying officials include the U.S. consulate/embassy in your home country (e.g., U.S. consulate in India) or country-specific embassy/consulate if you are in the U.S. (e.g., Indian Consulate/Embassy in U.S.).

Photocopies of original academic credentials that have been certified by a recognized international educational organization, such as Education USA .

For more information about sending transcripts, please visit admission.asu.edu/transcripts

Note: Any document ASU receives becomes property of ASU and will not be returned to you.

Note: Photocopies certified by a notary public are not official. Scanned copies are also not accepted in lieu of original official academic documents. Exception: Scanned copies of the front and back of the degree certificates are acceptable to be emailed to [email protected]. Transcripts must follow the guidelines above to be deemed as official.

All international transcripts must be submitted in their original language accompanied by an official English translation. Translations must be literal, complete versions of the originals and must be translated by one of the following:

Issuing university or college.
Official translation service. Need assistance locating a translation service? Visit the American Translators Association to search for a translator for your target language. atanet.org
Ministry of Education, consulate or embassy.
Education USA (EdUSA).

The translation does not take the place of submitting official academic records in the original language. The translation is in addition to the official academic record. Translations may not be completed by the student. Translations certified by a notary public are not acceptable.

Mailing information
To expedite the processing of your application, please write your application reference number on all documents and envelopes submitted to ASU. Materials submitted without your application reference number will delay the processing of your application.

If sending by FedEx, DHL or UPS:
Graduate Admission Services
Arizona State University
1150 East University Drive Building C, Room 226
Tempe, AZ 85281

Provide evidence of English language proficiency.

Have your TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score sent directly to ASU, or provide proof of completion from Global Launch.

TOEFL

The official TOEFL score report can be sent directly to ASU from the Educational Testing Service. ASU's TOEFL institutional code is 4007. For information about this test and registration procedures, contact ETS at PO Box 6151, Princeton, NJ 08541-6151, USA or visit www.toefl.org.

IELTS

For information about this test and registration procedures, contact the IELTS Office, University of Cambridge Local Examination Syndicate, 1 Hills Road, Cambridge/CB1 2EU, UK or visit www.ielts.org.

PTE

For information about the Pearson Test of English, visit www.pearsonpte.com.

Global Launch

ASU accepts completion of the Global Launch the Online or Campus Immersion English Language program, the English for Graduate Admission and Achievement online self-paced course, or the English Proficiency for Graduate Studies + CEFR Certificate online course.
Submit your official test scores and any additional materials.

Please make sure all additional materials required by your department have been submitted. Even though you have submitted the application online, your application may be considered incomplete until all additional materials are received. Please note that any document ASU receives becomes property of ASU and will not be returned to you.

Official test scores
Your program may require you to have official test scores (such as GRE, GMAT, etc.) sent directly to ASU. Test scores must be received directly from the agency administering the test. Photocopies and faxes are not acceptable. Please note that ASU does not accept the GRE General Test at home.

Additional materials
See your program of interest in Degree Search or check with the department offering the degree regarding required support materials. These may include a statement of purpose or writing sample, portfolio, curriculum vitae, biographical sketch or resume, etc. Many support materials are uploaded as part of the online application for admission. Depending on your graduate program, letters of recommendation may also be requested.