Earning a masters in law studies allows you to stand out; it signals to employers that you have a sophisticated understanding of the way that law guides and shapes decision-making across many fields. It is the perfect fit for MLS students who wish to use their degree to learn about a variety of industries before they embark on a new career or expand upon one that has already started.
In this masters of legal studies online program, you will establish a foundation in legal analytical and writing skills and develop an understanding of the way that statutes, regulations, and court decisions effectuate policy in vital and growing industries, such as technology, finance, healthcare, and entertainment. You can pursue a deeper dive in a small number of fields, or you can develop a broad base of knowledge across several—the choice is yours. Or, if you discover a field that you love over the course of your studies you may switch your concentration. We are proud to offer an MLS degree online that provides as much flexibility as possible.
Browse our courses below. Listed first are the required courses that cover core legal concepts, followed by a wide array of elective courses in various legal areas. All online courses are designed by a team of Seton Hall Law faculty and industry experts and are taught by attorneys.
The MLS candidate must complete 31 credit-hours of coursework online or at the Law School. The MLS candidate’s curriculum for the General Legal Studies track is made up of four required foundation courses and six elective courses. The program begins three times a year: in January, June or September with the 4-credit Introduction to Law and Legal Writing to orient the MLS student to the tools of legal reasoning.
Students may substitute appropriate in-person courses offered at Seton Hall Law School's Newark campus in place of elective courses listed above with the prior written permission of the Associate Academic Director.
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