Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
International Law | Legal Studies
Area of study
Law
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Cross-Border Legal Studies LLM program at the University at Buffalo prepares students for the challenges of international legal practice. Taught by experienced professionals, the program provides knowledge and skills for success in a globalized legal market. Graduates can pursue careers in law, business, government, and academia, including roles as international lawyers, business consultants, and government officials.
Program Outline
Outline:
This program is designed to:
- Prepare students for the challenges of cross-border legal practice.
- Provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a globalized legal market.
Teaching:
This program is taught by a team of experienced legal professionals from around the world. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and simulations.
Careers:
- Graduates of this program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including law, business, and government.
- Some potential career paths include:
- International lawyer
- International business consultant
- Government official
- Professor
- Researcher
Other:
- This program is one of the first of its kind in the United States.
- This program is offered by the School of Law at the University at Buffalo.
- The University at Buffalo is a top-ranked public research university located in Buffalo, New York.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
For International Applicants:
- A first degree in Law from the United States earned from an ABA-approved law school or an equivalent first degree from a law school outside of the US, which has a strong component taught in the common law tradition.
- GPA: A 3.6 GPA on the UB 4.0 scale.
For Non-Native Speakers:
- An English proficiency exam score that is at least equivalent to the following scores on commonly accepted tests:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Internet-based score of 90,
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): overall band score of 7,
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): score of 59, or
- Cambridge Assessment English: Advanced (CAE): overall score of 185. If any of the requirements above are not met by an applicant, it is recommended to consult with an admissions advisor.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- While not a specific requirement for the LLM, the Law Admission Test (LSAT), TOEFL or IELTS is beneficial to your application as they are used in the awarding of scholarship and fellowship funds and in determining your likelihood of academic success in law school.
- TOEFL or IELTS exam score that is at least equivalent to the following scores on commonly accepted tests:
- TOEFL: Internet-based score of 90
- IELTS: Overall band score of 7
- The TOEFL and IELTS exams are preferred over the PTE Academic and CAE. Please note that the provided context only offers information on International and non-native applicants' entry requirements, thus the section regarding EU applicants remains unanswered:
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