University of Miami School of Law

About us

We offer eight award-winning LL.M. programs. Our programs have flexibility, offer online options, accept entering students in the fall and spring, and allow students to complete the program on a full-time or part-time basis. Our boutique LL.M. Programs provide the opportunity to develop a specialty or explore more broadly with offerings to meet all your needs. Miami—one of the nation’s most vibrant cities and a top world economy, international banking center, and U.S. legal market—is also strategically located and optimally positioned for you to take the next step in your legal career.

LL.M. Program

General LL.M.:
U.S. & Transnational Law for Foreign-Trained Lawyers

Specialized LL.M.:
Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law
Estate Planning
International Arbitration
International Law
Maritime Law
Real Estate Development (online option available)
Tax
Taxation of Cross-Border Investment (online option available)

Study Options:
Fall (August) or Spring (January) Start
Full-time, Part-Time Study
Online Study for select LL.M. programs
Intensive Legal English + LL.M (foreign-lawyers only)
J.D./LL.M. Joint Degree
LL.M.-to-S.JD. Pathway

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Scholarships / Financial Aid Information

Prospective LL.M. students may have access to additional funding sources through LL.M. scholarships, partner school agreements, and more. See All Scholarship Opportunities here.

Application requirements

1. Application form (you may complete this form online or through LSAC.
2. Resume/CV
3. Personal Statement
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. Transcripts and diploma (with English translation)
6. English-language proficiency test result; we accept both the TOEFL and Academic IELTS.