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    Master of Legal Studies (MLS)

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    Atlanta, USMLSOnline20 months
    $65,160.00
    Tuition
    over 20mo
    30
    Credits

    Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University is a 30-credit, 20-month, online MLS program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $65,160.

    About the program

    The program provides practical legal knowledge applicable to industries like business and health care through core courses and electives in four concentrations: Business Law and Regulation, Health Care Law Policy and Regulation, and others. It covers the American legal system, regulatory frameworks, and skills for collaborating with legal professionals.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    0 months OPT (US)

    $27,684.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University is $65,160 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University online or in-person?
    Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University take to complete?
    Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University is structured around 20 months and 30 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Emory University: 0 months OPT (US)