International Law LL.M. Program

Top Ranked Internationally

Miami Law's LL.M. in International Law program, recognized by LL.M. Guide as a Top 10 Worldwide program, provides students with the background necessary to recognize, understand and manage problems arising in the international legal order, including:

• International Trade
• Investment
• Business
• Environmental Problems
• Protection of Human Rights 

Who Should Consider this Program?

• Ideally for American law graduates looking to deepen their knowledge of International Law.
• For U.S. law graduates and foreign law graduates who wish to specialize in Latin American practice;
  • See the top 10 reasons international students study at Miami Law
• For experienced attorneys who are practicing, or intend to practice, in or with Latin America and are looking to deepen their expertise;
• For current Miami Law students looking to focus on this field with a joint degree.

Miami - A Global Hub

Miami is the gateway to Latin America. Not only do many American, European, and Asian companies have their Latin American regional headquarters here, but also the culture of the city lends itself to the learning and practicing of this niche legal area.

As a global hub, Miami and The University of Miami School of Law is an ideal place to study International Law. Studying in Miami, students in the program are exposed to a broad background in public international law (both traditional public law and international economic law), comparative law, and international business transactions.

Academics

Full-time, Part-time Study

Students may study either specialization on a full-time or part-time basis. For part-time study, the same minimum number of credits is required for the LL.M. degree and must be earned within two years from the initial date of matriculation.

Courses & Requirements

Students must complete 24 credits with a minimum grade point average of 2.30/4.00 and comply with the LL.M. writing requirement in order to receive the Masters of Law in International Law degree.

Many students pursue different paths in reaching this goal. The exact number of courses taken depends on how many credits are associated with each course. Many students are most interested in our varied international and comparative law courses.

• Required Courses
• Elective Courses

Joint J.D./LL.M.

The Joint J.D./LL.M. in International Law (General) offers the opportunity to earn both degrees at once, saving both time and tuition expense.

For Current J.D. Students

Timing and Application Requirements for Admission to the LL.M. Program

Joint J.D./LL.M. students must earn a combined 100 credits (instead of 112 normally required for a J.D. [88 credits] and LL.M. [24 credits] degree) with a grade point average of 2.3 out of 4.0 to earn both degrees.

When to Apply

Miami Law J.D. students may apply to the LL.M. Program in during fall or spring of their 2L year, but before the end of the spring semester of the second year.

Academic Snapshot

Begin Taking LL.M. Courses

Second or Third Year

Shortest Completion Time

6 semesters + 1 summer

J.D. Credits Required

76

LL.M. Credits Required

24

Number of Credits Saved

12

Watch and Learn More

Information Session on "Legal Education and the Practice of Law in the U.S.: Opportunities for Foreign-Trained Lawyers"

Program Leadership

Caroline Bradley, Faculty Chair, International Law (General) & Professor of Law

Contact Information

University of Miami School of Law
Office of International Law Programs
1311 Miller Drive, Room A316
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Phone: 305-284-5402
Fax: 305-284-5497
E-mail: intl-llm@law.miami.edu
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
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