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    Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity

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    Los Angeles, USLLMIn-person1 year
    $84,034.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    24
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California is a 24-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $84,034.

    About the program

    The program covers the legal framework for information privacy in the US and common legal issues in privacy and cybersecurity. It includes mandatory courses on information privacy law, cyberlaw, computer crime law, intellectual property, and counterterrorism privacy.

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    US News #26 (law school)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min USC Gould School of Law does not have a minimum TOEFL or IELTS score; however, we recommend a 90 TOEFL iBT and a 7.0 IELTS
    IELTS
    required
    Min USC Gould School of Law does not have a minimum TOEFL or IELTS score; however, we recommend a 90 TOEFL iBT and a 7.0 IELTS

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $32,158.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California is $84,034 across 24 required credits.
    Is Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Laws (LLM) in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity at University of Southern California: 12 months OPT (US)