In order to be eligible for an LL.M., applicants must:

Hold a Juris Doctor (JD) from a US law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) or a first degree in law from a foreign law school with equivalent standards.

Submit a completed application form along with supporting documents before the application deadline

International applicants must meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement

U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident Students- July 1

U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident Students- November 1

Admissions Option 2

HRHL LL.M. students can choose from over 50 courses offered in-residence in the fall and spring semesters, attend the courses offered by the Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law’s Program of Advanced Studies in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law in the summer, and our specialized virtual courses.

Participate in practical skills and research opportunities

Tailor studies to fulfill Bar exam requirements

Join virtual and residential courses (various in residence options)

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Human Rights Law Studies

Human Rights Law

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International Law

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