DEGREES

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Degree Type Tuition Cost Per Credit
Bachelor's Degree$195
Single Subject Courses (Undergraduate)$195
Master's Degree$295
Doctoral Degree$295
Juris Doctor Degree$295
Single Subject Courses (Graduate)$295
 
MSL - Master of Science in Law
The Master of Science in Law degree program will provide you with an understanding of the law and the American legal system. This program, which covers the major substantive areas of U.S. law, is ideal for professionals who would like to possess a working knowledge of the law and how it relates to domestic and international business transactions.

If you are interested in earning a law degree but do not intend to practice law as an attorney, the MSL program is the perfect choice and can be completed in 2 years. The MSL program curriculum covers the major substantive areas of United States law.

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MSL Credits:
Required to complete: 36
Accepted in transfer: 6
Cost per credit: $295


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 Master of Science in Law 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 course...

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The Master of Science in Law 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....

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