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    Master of Studies in Law (MSL)

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    Washington, USMSLHybrid1 year
    $63,600.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    24
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University is a 24-credit, 1-year, hybrid MSL program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $63,600.

    About the program

    The program provides non-lawyers with fundamental understanding of law applied in government, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations through concentrations such as Government Procurement Law, National Security and Cybersecurity Law, and others. It consists of 24 credits completed via customizable course selections.

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    US News #31 (law school)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min score in the 100-point range on the Internet-based TOEFL test or in the 600-point range on the paper-based TOEFL test
    IELTS
    required
    Min score of 7.0 or higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,240.00
    Annual living cost

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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 Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University is $63,600 across 24 required credits.
    Is Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University online or in-person?
    Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University take to complete?
    Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at George Washington University: 12 months OPT (US)