Master of Legal Studies

Main Campus, Salt Lake City, United States

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31 May, 2026Application Deadline

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Programme overview

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Legal Studies program immerses students in the law and intricacies of the U.S. legal system. In three semesters (30 credits), you’ll build a strong foundation for working with, and understanding, law and regulation –– without the cost and time required to earn a JD.

The MLS program is offered either online or in person at the S.J. Quinney College of Law on the University of Utah campus.

Programme overview

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Admission Requirements

Bachelor GPA

Duolingo English Test

110+

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

80+

For U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Resident Aliens:

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
The MLS application does not require a standardized test score (GRE, GMAT, MAT, LSAT). This is in keeping with our philosophy that the program is designed to help working professionals leverage an understanding of the law to be more effective in their chosen career.
Applicants need to demonstrate a track record of professional experience and good writing skills
Applicants need to compile a competitive grade point average in undergraduate work of at least a 3.0. Some exceptions will be made based on career experience and length of time between an undergraduate degree and MLS application.
For applicants to the online program, please mark the box on the application form that indicates that you intend to complete the program online

Application Deadline

31 May 2026

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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Main Campus, Salt Lake City, United States

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