Master's Degree Programs: MA | MS | MBA | MSL
DEGREES
 
MSL - Master of Science in Law
The Master of Science in Law (MSL) degree program is designed for students who seek an understanding of the law and the American legal system but who do not intend to practice law. Students in the MSL program are required to earn 36 semester credits. The MSL program curriculum covers the major substantive areas of U.S. law. Students enrolled in the MSL program will not satisfy the requirements of the California Committee of Bar Examiners or become eligible to sit for the California bar exam and become lawyers.

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OBJECTIVES

The primary objectives of the Master of Science in Law degree program are to provide learners with the knowledge and ability to:


  • Develop an integrated understanding of the various areas of United States law.

  • Acquire sufficient knowledge of the law to more effectively utilize professional legal services.

  • Appraise and evaluate real-life sit...

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission to the MSL degree program requires a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent completed at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution. The MSL degree requires 36 graduate semester units completed beyond the Bachelor's degree.

The University may accept a maximum of 6 graduate semester units in transfer toward the MSL. Credit earned in graduate courses for which a grade o...

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The MSL degree requires a total of 36 graduate semester units completed in the field of study beyond a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent, which may include a maximum of six graduate semester units accepted in transfer from an appropriately-accredited institution, and satisfaction of the following criteria:


  • Cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C) or higher.

  • Of...

 
COURSES
 Ellen Sampong, J.D., Dean of the School of Law gives a short overview of the Juris Doctor and MSL degree programs.