Master of Laws (LLM)
Master's
The online Master of Laws (LLM) program helps working lawyers master the complexities of the U.S. law environment and global practice of law in a flexible learning format.
Program overview
Advanced global law practice
Northeastern University offers a Master of Laws (LLM) program with an online learning format option designed for internationally-trained lawyers and U.S.-trained lawyers to enhance their practical skills and foundational knowledge of the ever-changing U.S. legal environment, and the global practice of law.
As students prepare to assume leadership positions in law and business across the globe, they’ll navigate complex legal issues and analyze the way in which lawyers are increasingly called upon not only to provide legal expertise for their clients, but also to engage as partners in developing new models for businesses, nonprofits, and governments worldwide.
Northeastern University offers a Master of Laws (LLM) program with an online learning format option designed for internationally-trained lawyers and U.S.-trained lawyers to enhance their practical skills and foundational knowledge of the ever-changing U.S. legal environment, and the global practice of law.
As students prepare to assume leadership positions in law and business across the globe, they’ll navigate complex legal issues and analyze the way in which lawyers are increasingly called upon not only to provide legal expertise for their clients, but also to engage as partners in developing new models for businesses, nonprofits, and governments worldwide.
- Optional one-week legal immersion summer experience in Northern California
- Industry-informed curricular paths
- Applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarship
- Flexible learning format with courses offered 100% online, creating a global network of legal professionals
- Develop substantive knowledge of the U.S. law to prepare for the California bar exam, and exams in other qualifying jurisdictions, including New York for students with appropriate training in certain common law countries
- The Northeastern School of Law is ranked A+ for practical training by The National Jurist
This track allows students who have obtained their first law degree outside the U.S. to gain substantive knowledge of U.S. law concepts to prepare for the California bar exam and exams in other qualifying jurisdictions, including New York, for students with appropriate training in certain common law countries.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in an optional one week California legal immersion summer experience, where they will visit legal and governmental institutions in the San Francisco Bay Area, and learn real-world insights from legal leaders relating to the interplay between law, technology, and government.
Through this experience, students will be able to apply the concepts they’re learning in their coursework in a real-world legal setting, giving them the confidence and credentials to take their careers to the next level.
Admissions
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A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
| Scholarship Consideration: | August 7 |
| Application Deadline: | August 21 |
Resumé/CV
Personal statement
Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework
One letter of recommendation
TOEFL or IELTS score
Applicants may be asked to complete an online interview with LLM program staff as a required part of the application process
Program objectives
Prepare for success
The online LLM program positions students to grow their careers and take advantage of Northeastern University’s global network through dynamic interactions that spark lively online discussions.
You’ll shape your own experiences in this program-drawing from an industry-informed curriculum in the areas of International Business Law and Bar Examination Preparation Law.
As an LLM student, you’ll tackle real world legal issues while acquiring the foundational knowledge and practical skills you need to become a law practitioner.
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Cost of attendance
Tuition and financial aid
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$37,800Tuition in USD
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.
Visit tuition & financial aidYour education, your way
Northeastern's online classes give you the same top-tier education you'd get in person, on a schedule that works for your lifestyle and career needs. They offer a range of videos, interactives, breakout sessions, and experience-focused learning opportunities to immerse you in the material and build community. You'll graduate with the same degree as your in-person peers.
#8
Northeastern's national ranking for Most Innovative Schools
(U.S. News & World Report, 2024)
53.5%
Percent of graduate students in the U.S. enrolled in online courses
(NCES, 2022)
97%
Percent of students in the U.S. who recommend online education
(BestColleges, 2024)
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