Tempe,
AZ,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Legal Studies in International Rule of Law and Security in Flagstaff United States | Arizona State University
Arizona State University
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Flagstaff United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
37,044
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The rule of law and effective governance are vital foundations for a nation's political stability and economic growth. Building accountable, democratic, and adaptive legal and governmental frameworks in vulnerable regions is crucial for safeguarding citizens' basic rights and addressing pressing global security, economic, and environmental issues.
The International Rule of Law and Security (IRLS) program at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, created in collaboration with the McCain Institute for International Leadership, offers both academic study and hands-on training to equip students for careers advancing justice, sound governance, human rights, and security both domestically and internationally. With locations in Washington, D.C. and Phoenix, AZ, the IRLS curriculum explores establishing legal systems and governance in fragile and post-conflict nations, along with contemporary security challenges like terrorism. This program trains students for diverse legal, policy, and development roles in these critical areas.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or attained a comparable degree from a foreign institution.
All applicants must submit:
completed MLS application form and application fee
official transcripts from all institutions attended
proof of English proficiency
resume that does not exceed three typed pages
Applicants who have received their bachelor's or master's degree in the U.S. can apply through the MLS FastApp application process, which streamlines the application process and may allow for an offer of conditional admission to the MLS program while the applicant continues to submit any additional requested documentation.
If a decision cannot be made from the FastApp, the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Admissions team may request additional information from the applicant, including any or all of the following:
writing sample
explanations to affirmative answers to application questions pertaining to conduct
two letters of recommendation
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency. Applicants should see the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law website for acceptable TOEFL scores and additional information for foreign-educated applicants.
TOEFL 90 (IELTS 7.0, Pearson PTE 64) 3.0 GPA or equivalent
All applicants must submit:
completed MLS application form and application fee
official transcripts from all institutions attended
proof of English proficiency
resume that does not exceed three typed pages
Applicants who have received their bachelor's or master's degree in the U.S. can apply through the MLS FastApp application process, which streamlines the application process and may allow for an offer of conditional admission to the MLS program while the applicant continues to submit any additional requested documentation.
If a decision cannot be made from the FastApp, the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Admissions team may request additional information from the applicant, including any or all of the following:
writing sample
explanations to affirmative answers to application questions pertaining to conduct
two letters of recommendation
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency. Applicants should see the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law website for acceptable TOEFL scores and additional information for foreign-educated applicants.
TOEFL 90 (IELTS 7.0, Pearson PTE 64) 3.0 GPA or equivalent
Tuition
USD
37,044