Seton Hall University School of Law
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Official Guide to LLM, Master’s, and Certificate Programs
Introduction
Seton Hall Law is a premier law school in the vibrant New York metropolitan area offering the highest level of legal education. Founded in 1951, and located in Newark, New Jersey, Seton Hall Law provides students with unmatched legal opportunities.
The law school offers J.D., LL.M., M.L.S. (Master of Legal Studies), and graduate certificates programs that provide students the appropriate educational and career resources and support to prepare for fulfilling careers, whether they be practicing law or in legal-adjacent roles. Seton Hall Law encourages the personal, academic, and professional pursuits of its students. With its dedication to scholarship and commitment to providing a superior legal education, Seton Hall Law is the perfect place to pursue a fulfilling legal career.
The LL.M. in American Law
Seton Hall Law School is excited to provide a full-time LL.M. option for foreign-educated lawyers seeking to practice law in the United States that delivers an innovative curriculum and provides an unparalleled work-school-life balance.
Prospective LL.M. students pursue their degree in Seton Hall Law School’s hybrid weekend format. By scheduling in-class instruction on alternating weekends, students in the program have the freedom to structure weekdays as they please. Courses are taught by the same talented professors who teach in the J.D. program.
When students in the LL.M. program are not in the classroom, they engage with teachers and peers through the use of technology. This flexible program empowers students to self-direct a portion of their learning experience where and when it fits into their lives.
Importantly, the LL.M. in American Jurisprudence is designed to satisfy the program requirements for eligibility to sit for many state bar examinations, including New York, exponentially increasing job opportunities upon graduation.
Beyond the 24 credits needed to be eligible to sit for the bar exam, students have the option of completing 6 bonus credits of electives in one area of specialization for no additional tuition costs. These optional electives enable the students to specialize in Health & Hospital Law, Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Law & Compliance, Financial Services Compliance, or Privacy Law and Cybersecurity. Legal specialization may increase job opportunities, especially in areas of compliance, privacy, and risk management in fields like healthcare, finance, banking, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and gaming.
The LL.M. in American Law may be pursued by any foreign-trained lawyer, whether they wish to take a state bar exam or not. Our counselors will help determine the proper curricular path for each student to achieve their educational goals and satisfy their legal interests.
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must have either:
- (1) a J.D. from a U.S. or Puerto Rico law school that is a member of the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) or is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university;
- (2) a law degree from a recognized institution outside of the United States.
- A completed application form. Available from LSAC.
- An application fee of US $65.
- Official transcripts from all law, graduate, and undergraduate schools attended.
- All academic transcripts must be submitted through the CAS. International transcripts for degrees obtained outside of U.S. require transcript evaluation from one of the following agencies:
- If English was the medium of instruction for your law degree and you attended a non-U.S. law school, please include documentation from the law school’s registrar.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- A personal statement.
- A current résumé or CV.
Program Length
The program is 24 credits spread over two semesters. The program begins with 3 credits in the summer (August), and 10-11 credits each in the Fall and Spring Semesters.
Contact Information
For further information regarding the LL.M. in American Law, please visit LL.M. in American Law – Admissions Webpage, or contact:
Nathan Mead
Associate Director of Graduate Admissions
admitme@shu.edu
+1 (973)-642-8747
Online LL.M.
The Seton Hall Law Online LL.M. is designed for attorneys practicing in the States who wish to further their knowledge of their chosen area of law. The program offers concentrations in Financial Services Compliance, Health Law, and Intellectual Property. All three concentrations offer courses that are taught by international and leading practitioners, professors, and other experts in the field. This program provides attorneys with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the current law and issues facing each respective industry today.
The Online LL.M. at Seton Hall Law is designed for attorneys who wish to pursue advanced practice in their chosen area of concentration and is a great way to take the next step towards career advancement.
Concentrations
- Financial Services Compliance LL.M.
- Health Law LL.M.
- Intellectual Property LL.M.
Contact Information
For further information regarding the LL.M. in American Law, please visit LL.M. Master of Laws Degree Webpage or contact:
Graduate Admissions
lawonline@shu.edu
+1 (973)-642-8747
The Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) Program
The online Master of Legal Studies degree (M.L.S.) is designed for the nonlawyer who would benefit professionally from highly developed legal knowledge and advanced problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate wants to turn their curiosity about the law into their ability to drive high-level decisions in places as varied as technology companies, hospitals, media and entertainment firms, or government. Seton Hall Law’s online M.L.S. enables you to do that.
Whether you are just starting your career, or you have established yourself in a field, the legal studies program teaches you how to understand and interpret laws so you can objectively evaluate business situations and make better decisions. Most importantly, you can apply your knowledge to changing environments, so you can consider potential challenges and opportunities ahead.
Graduates of our M.L.S. program have found employment as consultants, compliance officers, risk managers, contract analysts, healthcare administrators, nurse managers, patent/trademark assistants, pharmaceutical financial analysts, quality assurance managers, supervisors, clinical operations directors, and lobbyists.
Concentrations
- Financial Services Compliance
- General Legal Studies
- Health and Hospital Law
- Law and Creative Industries
- Pharma & Med Device Law and Compliance
- Privacy and Cyber Security Law
Contact Information
For further information regarding the LL.M. in American Law, please visit Master of Legal Studies Online Webpage or contact:
Graduate Admissions
lawonline@shu.edu
+1 (973)-642-8747
The Graduate Certificate Program
Open to attorneys and non-attorneys, the Graduate Certificate can be earned in 24 weeks, after the completion of three online courses. The Graduate Certificate course catalog offers many of the same courses available in the Master of Legal Studies. The certificate is concentration specific and is designed for the working professional who is looking for specific, tailored education in a particular area of compliance.
Concentrations
- Financial Services Compliance
- Health and Hospital Law
- Law and Creative Industries
- Pharma & Med Device Law and Compliance
- Privacy and Cyber Security Law
Contact Information
For further information regarding the LL.M. in American Law, please visit Master of Legal Studies Online Webpage or contact:
Graduate Admissions
lawonline@shu.edu
+1 (973)-642-8747
Career Services
Seton Hall Law provides career services to support its J.D., LL.M., and M.L.S degree students, including access to the Law School's strong alumni network.
Living in Newark
Seton Hall Law is only 15 miles from New York City. Enjoy a vibrant and culturally diverse city with easy access to major attractions such as: Times Square, Jersey Shore, Atlantic City Boardwalk, and Pocono Mountains. Newark is also home to the New Jersey Devils (NHL), NY Red Bulls (M.L.S.), and Seton Hall Pirates Basketball (NCAA).
