Admission

• Official Transcripts in English (or accompanied by a certified translation) of previous law school work. These must show the date on which each degree was granted. You must submit a transcript for each institution you have included on your application. Official transcripts must bear the original signature of the registrar or other appropriate official.

• Credential Evaluation of transcripts and grades. Please use a credential evaluation service such as LSAC or World Education Service WES to process your transcript and grades. These evaluation companies translate the information into English as well as provide us with your U.S. grade equivalency. If possible, always request a “course by course” report which lists each individual university course and the grade received.

• Personal Statement, in English, of 750 to 1,500 words describing previous law study and professional experience, reasons and goals for studying in the LL.M. Program, and any other relevant information. You will attach this to your application.

• Proof of Competency in English. All courses are taught in English. Applicants from non-English speaking countries or whose native language is not English must provide proof of English competency. This could include an official TOEFL score report or other established test of English. Applicants will also be asked to demonstrate English competency through a short interview.

• Two Letters of Recommendation focused on academic ability, English language competency, motivation and self-discipline, and demonstrated ethics. They must be sent directly to LSAC.

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae. You will attach this to your application.

• Visa Materials. Upon Admission, you will need to submit two additional items: 1 - Visa information. Most international students enter the U.S. on a student visa (“F-1” visa). In order to apply for the F-1 visa, the student needs a document called the “I-20” from the educational institution (in this case, William Mitchell College of Law). We will require additional information from you in order to complete the Visa application once you are admitted to the program. 2 - Financial information. In order to complete the Visa application, we will need original financial documents that show that the student has sufficient funds for the tuition and cost of living expenses connected to the program. We will send additional information concerning the financial information once you are admitted to the program.

William Mitchell accepts applications only through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Click on the red button at the bottom of this page to begin the application process. There is no application fee.

Application

• Official Transcripts in English (or accompanied by a certified translation) of previous law school work. These must show the date on which each degree was granted. You must submit a transcript for each institution you have included on your application. Official transcripts must bear the original signature of the registrar or other appropriate official.

• Credential Evaluation of transcripts and grades. Please use a credential evaluation service such as LSAC or World Education Service WES to process your transcript and grades. These evaluation companies translate the information into English as well as provide us with your U.S. grade equivalency. If possible, always request a “course by course” report which lists each individual university course and the grade received.

• Personal Statement, in English, of 750 to 1,500 words describing previous law study and professional experience, reasons and goals for studying in the LL.M. Program, and any other relevant information. You will attach this to your application.

• Proof of Competency in English. All courses are taught in English. Applicants from non-English speaking countries or whose native language is not English must provide proof of English competency. This could include an official TOEFL score report or other established test of English. Applicants will also be asked to demonstrate English competency through a short interview.

• Two Letters of Recommendation focused on academic ability, English language competency, motivation and self-discipline, and demonstrated ethics. They must be sent directly to LSAC.

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae. You will attach this to your application.

• Visa Materials. Upon Admission, you will need to submit two additional items: 1 - Visa information. Most international students enter the U.S. on a student visa (“F-1” visa). In order to apply for the F-1 visa, the student needs a document called the “I-20” from the educational institution (in this case, William Mitchell College of Law). We will require additional information from you in order to complete the Visa application once you are admitted to the program. 2 - Financial information. In order to complete the Visa application, we will need original financial documents that show that the student has sufficient funds for the tuition and cost of living expenses connected to the program. We will send additional information concerning the financial information once you are admitted to the program.

William Mitchell accepts applications only through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). Click on the red button at the bottom of this page to begin the application process. There is no application fee.

Program

• Customized Curriculum.  The LL.M. program at William Mitchell is designed as a “self-directed” curriculum.  LLM students at William Mitchell can choose their own certification or focus, such as intellectual property, dispute resolution, business law, teaching American law, etc.  LL.M. students can also take a general degree in American law. 

• Faculty Advisor.  Each student is assigned a faculty advisor who assists them in putting together the right combination of courses to meet their particular objectives.  LL.M. students will meet with their faculty advisor throughout the year.  The faculty advisor will also assist LL.M. students in writing their Master’s Paper and supervise their research.

• Courses.  Before beginning the regular fall semester, LL.M. students take an intensive introductory course that will help them prepare for the regular school year and also help them begin the process of picking a research topic for the Master’s Paper. Once the regular school year begins, LL.M. students will have the opportunity to choose from William Mitchell’s full list of courses, including highly interactive skills courses and internships. 

Please click here for further information about the curriculum.

Program

• Customized Curriculum.  The LL.M. program at William Mitchell is designed as a “self-directed” curriculum.  LLM students at William Mitchell can choose their own certification or focus, such as intellectual property, dispute resolution, business law, teaching American law, etc.  LL.M. students can also take a general degree in American law. 

• Faculty Advisor.  Each student is assigned a faculty advisor who assists them in putting together the right combination of courses to meet their particular objectives.  LL.M. students will meet with their faculty advisor throughout the year.  The faculty advisor will also assist LL.M. students in writing their Master’s Paper and supervise their research.

• Courses.  Before beginning the regular fall semester, LL.M. students take an intensive introductory course that will help them prepare for the regular school year and also help them begin the process of picking a research topic for the Master’s Paper. Once the regular school year begins, LL.M. students will have the opportunity to choose from William Mitchell’s full list of courses, including highly interactive skills courses and internships. 

Please click here for further information about the curriculum.