The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Cleveland State University (CSU) provides a comprehensive legal education designed to enhance professional credentials without requiring a law degree, bar exam, or legal practice. It offers applied legal knowledge tailored to support career advancement across various industries, emphasizing practical understanding of legal principles relevant to non-lawyers.

  • Cleveland, Ohio, United States
  • 1 year
  • On Campus
  • ₹6,46,334/Year

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Program Overview

The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at Cleveland State University (CSU) provides a comprehensive legal education designed to enhance professional credentials without requiring a law degree, bar exam, or legal practice. It offers applied legal knowledge tailored to support career advancement across various industries, emphasizing practical understanding of legal principles relevant to non-lawyers.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

IELTS

6.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-01-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2025-08-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2026-05-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

Jul-25, August 2026-2026, 2026-01-01 00:00:00, 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Programme Structure

Courses include:American LawIndependent Legal ResearchLegal Research and WritingCivil ProcedureContractsCriminal LawProperty

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

GMAT
N/A
GPA
3.0
GRE®
N/A

English Language Requirements

IELTS
6.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit a completed application cover page, official transcripts confirming a Bachelor's degree, and all additional academic records regardless of degree completion. A current resume and a personal essay outlining how the MLS degree will be utilized professionally are required. Candidates with a GPA below 3.0 must also provide standardized test scores (LSAT, GRE, or GMAT). International applicants should review specific visa requirements and ensure compliance with all documentation standards.

Course Fees

₹6,46,334/Year
Annual Fee

1 year
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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