Traditional law schools offering Juris Doctor (JD) programs typically do not offer fully online options due to the interactive and hands-on nature of legal education. However, there are some institutions that offer online programs related to legal studies, such as Master of Laws (LLM) degrees or certificates in specific legal areas. These programs are often designed for practicing attorneys or individuals seeking to enhance their legal knowledge in a particular area.
Top Law Schools With Online Programs
Here are a few reputable institutions known for their online legal studies programs:
Concord Law School
Affiliated with Purdue University Global, Concord Law School offers online JD, Executive Juris Doctor (EJD), and LLM programs. The JD program is designed for non-traditional students and does not qualify graduates to sit for the bar exam in California or any other jurisdiction.
The tuition for the Juris Doctor (JD) program at Concord Law School is approximately $45,000 per year for full-time students and $35,000 per year for part-time students. The Executive Juris Doctor (EJD) program tuition is similar, while the Master of Laws (LLM) program tuition varies depending on the specialization.
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Mitchell Hamline offers a hybrid online/on-campus Executive JD program designed for experienced professionals who cannot attend traditional law school. The program combines online coursework with periodic on-campus intensives.
The tuition for the Executive Juris Doctor (EJD) program at Mitchell Hamline School of Law is approximately $2,000 per credit, with the total cost varying depending on the number of credits required for graduation.
Vermont Law School
Vermont Law School offers several online LLM degrees and certificates in environmental law, energy law, food and agriculture law, and other areas of specialization.
The tuition for online Master of Laws (LLM) degrees and certificates at Vermont Law School varies depending on the program and specialization. Generally, tuition costs for these programs range from $1,000 to $1,500 per credit, with total program costs typically ranging from $20,000 to $40,000.
Washington University School of Law (St. Louis)
Washington University offers an online Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program designed for non-lawyers who seek to enhance their legal knowledge and skills for career advancement.
The tuition for the online Master of Legal Studies (MLS) program at Washington University varies depending on the number of credits required for completion. As of my last update, the tuition rate was approximately $1,000 to $1,500 per credit.
University of Southern California Gould School of Law
USC Gould School of Law offers an online Master of Studies in Law (MSL) program with concentrations in compliance, entertainment law, and human resources law.
The tuition for the online Master of Studies in Law (MSL) program at USC Gould School of Law varies depending on the concentration and number of units taken per semester. As of my last update, the tuition rate was approximately $2,000 to $3,000 per unit.
Syracuse University College of Law
Syracuse University offers an online Executive Master of Laws (LLM) program in international law, business, and trade, designed for experienced professionals in the field.
The tuition for the online Executive Master of Laws (LLM) program at Syracuse University varies depending on the specialization and number of credits required for completion. As of my last update, the tuition rate was approximately $2,000 to $3,000 per credit.