ACADEMICS

LLM IN AMERICAN LEGAL STUDIES

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ADMISSIONS AND TUITION

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We are committed to equipping you with an in-depth understanding of the American legal system in a global context.

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Hofstra Law at a Glance

25

Miles to Manhattan

No. 63

Nationally for Faculty Scholarship, Ranked by St. Thomas University School of Law

40+

The Number of Countries Our Law Graduates Come From

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ACADEMICS

Flexible Curriculum

Our flexible one-year 24-credit program gives you access to a diverse course catalog, allowing you to deepen your knowledge in specific areas of law.

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STUDENT SERVICES

Personal Attention

We take pride in our commitment to supporting our diverse and vibrant LLM student population.

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Need more information? Want to talk to someone at Hofstra Law? We’ve got plenty of options to help you on your way to joining our community.

Office Information

108 Hofstra University
Joan Axinn Hall
Hempstead, NY 11549

(516) 463-5916

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ADVANCE YOUR LEGAL CAREER IN THE U.S.

Discover how Hofstra Law’s LLM in American Legal Studies prepares international law graduates to understand the U.S. legal system and expand their global career opportunities.

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