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259 Master's degrees in Legal Studies in North America
Higher Education and Student Affairs
As a Higher Education and Student Affairs major from University of Dayton, you'll prepare for a variety of academic and student affairs positions in higher education, or similar adult learning-focused organizations.
Public Policy and Law
The Public Policy and Law from University of Maryland is one of the nation’s leading graduate programs devoted to the study of public policy, management and international affairs, with particular expertise in the fields of environmental policy, energy policy, international development, international security and economic policy, health policy, education policy, social policy, and public finance.
U.S. Legal Studies
The LL.M. in U.S. Legal Studies at St. John's University offers you these and many more keys to a rewarding legal career in New York and to the world of practice opportunities you can access as a New York lawyer.
Counterterrorism
Analyze, assess, and mitigate risk for public and private security services in one of today’s fastest growing job markets. The Counterterrorism degree is offered at Nichols College.
JD-MBA Joint Degree
Villanova University’s JD-MBA Joint Degree program, conducted jointly by the Charles Widger School of Law and Villanova School of Business, is designed to give students a strong foundation in both business and the law, providing them with a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Law
With Hamline University Master in the Study of Law, you can combine the foundational training of an ABA-approved paralegal certificate with specific, in-depth study in a legal area of your choosing to give you a highly-nuanced understanding of how the law and legal system impact your work.
Legal Studies - Human Resources Management
By giving you an understanding of law as it relates to your role in HR, the Legal Studies - Human Resources Management program at Trinity International University arms you with the skills to confidently guide a company professionally and with integrity.
Law and Public Affairs
The Law and Public Affairs JD/MPAff program offered at University of Texas at Austin is structured so that students can earn the MPAff and JD degrees simultaneously in four years rather than the five years the two degrees would otherwise require.
Business Law in a Global Context
The Business Law in a Global Context program at the University of Montreal offers advanced training in North American law, comparative law, and international law, while addressing the increasing complexity of law in a globalized world.
Legal Studies - Ministry, Advocacy, and the Law
In this Legal Studies - Ministry, Advocacy, and the Law track at Trinity International University, you will examine critical issues such as domestic human trafficking, juvenile law, and delinquency.
American Legal Studies
The American Legal Studies is a degree at St. Mary's University for internationally trained lawyers. American trained lawyers are not eligible.
Legal and Forensic Psychology
The Legal and Forensic Psychology program at University of California, Irvine (UCI) will focus on the intersection of psychology and legal issues, with an emphasis on the use of psychological principles, theories, and research to better understand legal processes and systems.
Juris Doctor and Social Work
The Juris Doctor and Social Work degree at Loyola University Chicago prepares you for a range of practice options, including direct representation or clinical work, systemic reform, legislative advocacy, and community development.
Law Enforcement Executive Leadership
The Law Enforcement Executive Leadership Online MA program at Seton Hall University is designed to provide current and future law enforcement professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in leadership roles. Through a flexible online format, students can learn from experienced faculty and collaborate with peers from around the country.
MBA and JD
Students seeking admission to the joint MBA and JD programme from Marquette University must apply separately to both the Graduate School of Management and the Law School and must meet the admission requirements for each.
Master of Studies in Law
The Master of Studies in Law MSL program offered at University of Southern California teaches students fundamental U.S. law as well as various areas of legal specialization.

International Law and Legal Studies (Online)
In an increasingly global economy, professionals need to understand how international law influences the functioning of business corporations, nonprofit organizations, mission agencies, and other enterprises. If you do not intend to practice law but want to understand international legal issues, Liberty University’s Juris Master (J.M.) in International Law and Legal Studies (Online) is for you!
Business Management and Law
The Business Management and Law program from University of Maryland is accredited nationally by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Only about 607 programs in the world are accredited by the AACSB, a reflection of the quality of the faculty, students, curriculum, and career management.

Juris Master - General (Online)
With a core of advanced law studies and research skills, you can customize your approach to legal studies to fit your career needs. Liberty University's Juris Master - General (Online) degree is designed to teach you master’s-level legal studies without the bar examination preparations that are part of a Juris Doctor degree, so you can focus on what matters most to you.
Legal Studies
The Legal Studies programme at Northern Kentucky University is a 30-credit-hour degree designed for professionals navigating regulatory environments. Available in full-time or part-time modes, this flexible course can be completed in one to three years, primarily through face-to-face learning at the Salmon P. Chase College of Law.