St. Louis,
MO,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
LLM in U.S. Law in St. Louis, MO United States | Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
|
St. Louis, MO United States
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Master's Degree (Professional)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2026)
USD
72,792
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The LLM for International Lawyers is designed for students who are interested in increasing their knowledge of U.S. or international law to more effectively practice in today’s global legal environment. Students will improve their ability to represent clients who have business dealings in the U.S. or with U.S. companies and firms that conduct business abroad.
- Join a student body drawn from varied legal cultures
- Learn from faculty who are experts in both U.S. and international law
- Design your own curriculum to suit your academic and career goals
- Concentrate in specialized fields such as corporate or environmental law, or select a general course of study
- Strengthen advocacy skills in moot court competitions
- Opportunity to transfer to the JD program, earning both degrees in three years
Certificate Programs
LLM students have the opportunity to pursue a Certificate in one of four specialty areas. A Certificate is optional and requires 9 credit hours in the specialty area as part of a 24-credit LLM requirement. Students may earn an LLM and one Certificate in an academic year.
- Certificate in Negotiation & Dispute Resolution
Provides substantial foundation in conflict theory and dispute resolution, with hands-on opportunities to gain practical skills in business negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. - Certificate in Business & Corporate Law
Develops knowledge and skills necessary to become well-rounded business lawyers, with training in corporate finance, law and economics, publicly traded corporations, and taxation. - Certificate in International Law
Equips students with a strong foundation in international law and specialized training in areas such as international human rights, international intellectual property, and international commercial arbitration. - Certificate in Intellectual Property and Technology Law
Allows study of introductory and advanced intellectual property law under the guidance of leading scholars, covering patent, trademark, copyright issues, and emerging technologies.
Why WashU?
Our flagship LLM program offers unparalleled flexibility to design your own academic path while building expertise in U.S. legal practice. With faculty who are recognized experts in both U.S. and international law, you’ll gain practical skills essential for representing clients in cross-border transactions and global business environments.
As a WashU Law graduate, you may be eligible to sit for bar examinations in several states, including New York. Located in the heart of the United States, St. Louis provides affordable living and access to federal courts, major corporations, and a collaborative legal community.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
or TOEFL 60
Qualification Requirements
To apply for the LLM for International Lawyers, candidates must have earned a first law degree from their home jurisdiction. (Note: If you are interested in legal study at WashU Law, but do NOT have a first degree in law, we encourage you to explore our Master in Legal Studies program (MLS) program.)
Non-native English-speaking applicants have to show proof of sufficient language proficiency.
Tuition
USD
72,792
Costs
Total Tuition Fees: $72,792
Required Fees:
University Health & Wellness Fee: $672 (mandatory)
Student Bar Association Fee: $120 (all students)*
Orientation Fee: $100
Full-time enrollment (9 or more credit hours per semester), tuition and fees are subject to change each year.
*International students incur an additional $5 health insurance fee per semester
Exclusive scholarships: Receive a $17,000 scholarship when applying through StudyAnywhere.
Candidates must submit:
- An application
- Official academic transcripts, in notarized English translations, if not provided in English by your university
- Confirmation of English-language proficiency, as in a recent TOEFL, IELTS or other standardized test scores. (WashU Law TOEFL code: 6929) NOTE: Your TOEFL score must be less than two years old at the time you begin classes at WashU Law.
Once admitted, you will be required to present a letter of credit from a bank or other lending institution showing you have sufficient financial support to study in the U.S.
All materials must be submitted by May 15.**
**Admissions occur on a rolling basis, meaning we consider applications as they are completed. We consider candidates for admission up to 14 months prior to beginning study on campus. Therefore, we strongly recommend that applicants apply as early as possible.
Request Info