LLM in United States Law at Santa Clara University

Santa Clara University offers a Master of Laws (LLM) program in United States Law through its School of Law. This program lasts for one year and is designed for international students who wish to deepen their understanding of U.S. legal principles. The tuition fee for the LLM program is USD 38,912. To apply for this program, students must demonstrate their English language skills. Accepted tests for English proficiency include the IELTS and TOEFL.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th-grade requirements.

Graduation

To apply for the LLM in US Law, you need a law degree from a recognized institution outside the United States. You must have completed or be finishing your primary law degree, usually a Bachelor in Law or its equivalent. Additionally, you should be in the top half of your law-school class, show above-average academic performance, or have relevant work experience or further education that proves your ability to study advanced law.

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TOEFL

Marks: 90.0

You need a minimum score of 90 in TOEFL.

IELTS

Marks: 6.5

You need a minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS.

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Application Process for Santa Clara University

Step One: Prepare Documents for Application

Before applying, you need to prepare the following documents:

• CV: A resume or CV is required for all applicants.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

In addition to your CV, you will need to submit:

• Official Transcripts: Provide transcripts for all undergraduate, graduate, and professional academic programs you have attended.
• If your degree is from outside the United States, include a course-by-course credential evaluation that shows your degree is equal to a first degree in law in the U.S.
• Personal Statement: Write a short essay introducing yourself to the admissions committee. Explain why you want to pursue the LLM degree at Santa Clara Law School.
• Letters of Recommendation: Although not required, it is strongly recommended to submit letters of recommendation. You can send up to 3 letters to LSAC for inclusion in your CAS report.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency: Submit proof that you meet English language requirements.

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application process online to submit all necessary documents.

Step Four: Application Fees for This Course

The application fee for this course is:

• USD 75 (approximately INR 6.32 Thousand)

Payment can be made using a credit card. If you are currently enrolled at Santa Clara University, you may join a monthly payment plan to help manage your budget each term. Please note that there is a $40 non-refundable enrollment fee per term or semester.

Step Five: Application Deadlines

Make sure to submit your application by the following deadlines:

• Fall (August): May 1st
• Spring (January): November 1st

These dates are based on the previous year and may change. For exact deadline dates, consult with our expert counselors for assistance.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"