Master of Science in Legal Studies

By earning a Master of Science in Legal Studies online, you can prepare yourself for a career that requires a strong understanding of the law and its interaction with societal institutions. That covers a lot of ground, since most every business and organization in America deals with these sorts of legal issues. 

You’ll gain the knowledge and skills it takes to access the law and legal system, understand legal terminology, and apply the law in a wide variety of settings. All without the pressure of law school and the bar exam!

Our online program is designed for busy, working adults like you. Students come from diverse career and cultural backgrounds. The only prerequisite for is a bachelor’s degree (in any subject) from a regionally-accredited institution.

The master’s in legal studies curriculum is “outcomes-oriented”, which means we challenge you with real-world experiences that require relevant, hands-on skills. Each course includes a clearly defined set of goals, so you always know what’s expected of you and how you’re doing. Class sizes are small, too, to let us track your success more closely. 

The Master of Science in Legal Studies degree was created by national leaders in law, social science, and teaching, and is guided by a National Advisory Board of subject matter experts in a wide variety of law-related areas.