Overview

Through the Law programme from Cornell University, students increase their understanding of American legal principles and can further develop a legal specialization.

Key Facts

Cornell Law has extraordinary faculty that are the leading voices in many discussions, who blend their solid academic record with their dedication to enhancing the learning experience for students.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Legal Studies

Business for Lawyers

Legislation & Society

Global Ethics and Justice

Law and Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ithaca, United States

Disciplines

Master of Laws (LLM) View 174 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applications must be submitted through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).

A complete application file contains the following:

The Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Law School Report including:

Official certification of each degree you have earned

Two letters of recommendation through LSAC’s Letter of Recommendation Service

Official TOEFL or IELTS score

The completed Cornell Law School LL.M. Application form and supporting documents including:

Statement of interest

Résumé or curriculum vitae

Character & fitness addendum (if required)

Optional addendum (if needed)

ESL waiver request (if applicable)

Payment of the nonrefundable $80 USD application fee

Complete application instructions can be found in the Cornell Law LL.M. application available through LSAC. Documents must be submitted in their original language; documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

84722 USD / year

≈ 84722 USD / year
Out-of-State

84722 USD / year

≈ 84722 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

84722 USD / year

≈ 84722 USD / year

Living costs

Ithaca

United States

1128 - 2460 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Key Facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Ithaca

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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