Master of Law- Criminal Justice in New York United States | Columbia University

Columbia University | New York United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 78,444
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Columbia Law School seeks to enroll LL.M. Program candidates who exhibit outstanding academic and professional achievement, with proven abilities demonstrated through their background, references, and educational record. The selection process evaluates both your capabilities and your evident dedication and work ethic. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from people with varied backgrounds and career paths.
While no criminal justice system is flawless, these institutions remain crucial for maintaining an orderly society. Law enforcement officers, legal professionals, judicial authorities, and government officials collectively influence this framework to promote community security, equitable law enforcement, analyze mass imprisonment factors, review penal codes, consider non-traditional sentencing options, lower repeat offense rates, and support rehabilitation efforts for ex-offenders.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 8.0

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for admission, you must hold a first degree in law (generally defined as the degree which qualifies you to practice law in your jurisdiction). A degree in a field other than law generally does not suffice for admission.
Personal Statement
Resume
Application fee of $85 (nonrefundable and not credited to your tuition if admitted)
Fellowship application essays (if applicable)
All post-secondary transcripts and diplomas
Statement of rank (if official transcripts from your first law degree do not include your class rank)
Two letters of recommendation (preferably one from a law professor and one from a work supervisor)

IELTS - 8 Overall Score
TOEFL iBT - 105 Overall Score

Tuition USD 78,444
New York City, NY, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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