Applications are now being accepted for the SIU School of Law Master of Laws programs.

The Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree is recognized in legal education as the first advanced degree beyond the Juris Doctor. The SIU School of Law offers the LL.M. degree in two forms, one a general LL.M. providing a customized specialization, and the other a highly specialized LL.M. in Health Law and Policy. Both programs involve the completion of at least 24 semester hours of credit in law courses.  The specific curriculum is developed with and approved by the Director of Graduate Legal Studies. Of these 24 hours, at least 3 semester hours must be earned in producing a substantial research paper of publishable quality. Students enrolled in the Health Law & Policy option are required to complete at least 12 of the required 24 hours in specialized health law and policy classes and to participate in two externship placements.  The Health Law & Policy LL.M. requires prior experience in the health field.  The admissions policy for both programs is very selective.

Both LL.M. programs have been approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, and have received the acquiescence of the American Bar Association.  Students admitted to the programs may begin during the Fall, Spring or Summer terms, and may participate in the programs on a full-time or part-time basis.  Financial aid is available solely through the SIU Office of Financial Aid.  Tuition rates are the same as for the SIU School of Law.

 

For additional admission information please, click on the admissions link in the left menu bar or contact:

Director of Graduate Legal Studies
SIU School of Law
LLMadmit@siu.edu
618.453.8980