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    Master of Studies in Law (MSL)

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    Los Angeles, USMSLIn-person9 months
    $68,250.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    20
    Credits

    Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California is a 20-credit, 9-month, in-person MSL program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $68,250.

    About the program

    Provides non-lawyer professionals with education in American law, U.S. legal system, legal terminology, and legal analysis skills. Offered in general format with options for on-campus or online delivery.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 24, 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. TOEFL iBT Home, iBT Paper Edition, or the standard in-person TOEFL iBT: 90 or above, with 20 or above in each section.
    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. IELTS Academic or IELTS Indicator (Online version): 6.5 or above, with 6 or above on each band.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $30,198.00
    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 University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California is $68,250 across 20 required credits.
    Is Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California is structured around 9 months and 20 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California?
    Per the program's published guidance: cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 grading scale)
    What work-permit options follow Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Studies in Law (MSL) at University of Southern California: 12 months OPT (US)