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    Master of Laws

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    Toronto, CALLMIn-person1 year
    CA$119,021.83
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    12
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    CA$140.00
    App fee

    Master of Laws at York University is a 36-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Toronto, CA. Tuition is CA$119,022.

    About the program

    Full-time research-intensive program requiring a thesis or major research paper under faculty supervision, plus graduate seminar, study group, and electives. Focuses on in-depth study in a specific area of law.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 100 (for tests taken prior to January 2026) or 5 (January 2026 and after)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Laws at York University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Laws at York University is CA$119,022 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Laws at York University online or in-person?
    Master of Laws at York University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Laws at York University take to complete?
    Master of Laws at York University is structured around 1 year and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Laws at York University?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average
    How large is the Master of Laws at York University cohort?
    Master of Laws at York University typically enrolls around 12 students per cohort.