WashU Law Online Graduate Law Programs Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the online MLS and LLM programs at WashU Law? Explore this page to find answers to your questions about the curriculum, application process, tuition and more.
Online Master of Legal Studies
A Master of Legal Studies (MLS) equips non-lawyer professionals with a broad understanding of the U.S. legal system, but does not enable them to practice law. It can be especially valuable if you work in a highly regulated field, such as health care, compliance, finance, business, human resources and government. An MLS can be taken full time or part time (depending on the program) and takes anywhere from one to three years to complete.
A Juris Doctor (JD) is the professional law degree required to become a practicing attorney in the U.S. In addition to completing a JD program, graduates must pass a bar examination in the state where they intend to practice. A JD is a three year, full-time program which is often completed on campus.
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