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    Master of Laws

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    Arlington, USLLMIn-person1 year
    $39,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    14.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    120
    Cohort
    students
    26
    Credits

    Master of Laws at George Mason University is a 26-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Arlington, US. Tuition is $39,000.

    About the program

    Provides foreign-trained lawyers with knowledge of the U.S. legal system through required courses in introduction to U.S. law, economics for lawyers, and professional responsibility, plus electives in areas such as contracts, constitutional law, civil procedure, and criminal law that align with U.S. bar exam requirements.

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    Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (Law subject): 2026 = 99
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US) for F-1 master’s graduates; STEM-designated degree programs may qualify for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension.

    $38,342.00
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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 Laws at George Mason University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Laws at George Mason University is $39,000 across 26 required credits.
    Is Master of Laws at George Mason University online or in-person?
    Master of Laws at George Mason University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Laws at George Mason University take to complete?
    Master of Laws at George Mason University is structured around 1 year and 26 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Laws at George Mason University?
    Master of Laws at George Mason University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 14.6%.
    How large is the Master of Laws at George Mason University cohort?
    Master of Laws at George Mason University typically enrolls around 120 students per cohort.