Online Master of Science in Law
The Master of Science in Law at Maryland Carey Law is an online, part-time graduate degree program designed to help experienced professionals add legal knowledge and skills to their resume. Throughout the program you will gain an understanding of fundamental legal principles and valuable practical skills in areas including negotiation, dispute resolution, and legal research. As you progress through the program, you will focus in on legal topics in one of three specialty areas: Cybersecurity Law, Homeland Security and Crisis Management Law, or Health Care Law.
Application deadline: August 1
A graduate degree for working professionals
- Complete your degree online in two years with a flexible schedule.
- No LSAT, GMAT, or GRE required for admission.
- Explore foundational legal topics such as dispute resolution, negotiation, ethics, legal research, and more
- .Learn from leading legal scholars and practitioners.
- Connect with other experienced professionals.
Specialty Areas
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“I received an education that allows me to understand the inner workings of government and the legal jargon specific to public health. I’ve been able to take all that knowledge from the classroom and put it into practice.”Andrea Fellows '19
Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Is the Master of Science in Law right for you?
| Master of Science in Law (MSL) | Juris Doctor (JD) | Master of Laws (LLM) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Purpose |
Master's level degree for those interested in acquiring a better understanding of the law to enhance their work product, improve their ability to contribute within their organization, seek advancement, or pursue a new career path. |
Professional degree in law, required for anyone interested in practicing law in the United States or Canada. |
Advanced legal degree for U.S.-educated lawyers who already hold a JD degree and foreign-trained lawyers who want to enhance their prior legal training by developing a breadth of knowledge or expertise in U.S. law. |
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# of Credits |
30 |
85 |
26 |
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Time to Complete |
Typically takes 16 months to two years to complete part-time |
Typically takes four years to complete part-time and three years to complete full-time |
Typically takes one year, but must be completed within 36 months of initial enrollment |
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Eligibility Requirements |
Bachelor’s degree |
Bachelor's degree and an LSAT or GRE score |
Juris Doctor or equivalent |
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Eligibility to Sit for Bar Exam |
No |
Yes |
Depends |