Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in United States Law (Online) in Boston United States | Northeastern University
Northeastern University
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
Online
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,100
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate in U.S. Law offers foreign-trained attorneys fundamental knowledge of American legal principles and practices. Participants in this program take a core course covering the framework and fundamentals of the U.S. legal system, along with elective courses concentrating on American law. Through this curriculum, students acquire practical understanding of U.S. legal concepts and build essential familiarity with the dynamic American legal landscape. Delivered through a convenient online platform, this certificate's credits can be applied toward various LLM programs at the School of Law, including online, traditional on-campus, and hands-on experiential LLM options.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
To apply for the MLS program, you will be required to submit the following materials:
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
Online application
Professional resumé
Transcripts from all previous undergraduate and graduate institutions
Personal statement (500-1000 words) identifying your educational goals and expectations from the program
One letter of recommendation from an individual with either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities, such as a faculty member, current employer, mentor or colleague. Recommenders should submit the Graduate Studies Recommender Form and upload a written evaluation to the application.
Official TOEFL scores (non-native English speakers only)
Tuition
USD
14,100