Penn State Law LL.M. Application Requirements

for NUM Students and Alumni

Academic Year 2023-2024

Penn State Law welcomes all qualified NUM law students and alumni to apply for Penn State Law’s LL.M. program for academic year 2023-2024 (August 2023 – May 2024). Qualified applicants must hold a first degree (B.A.) in law or a second degree (M.A.) in law; or, be a candidate for graduation no later than July 31, 2022.  Applicants can apply directly to Penn State Law by submitting:

1. An online application. See https://pennstatelaw.psu.edu/form/application-form-graduate- and-international-programs. Note: you need not pay the $75 application fee;
2. CV (resume);
3. Personal Statement. In a two-page word-processed document, explain. why you are applying to the LL.M. program and what you hope to achieve. You might also share 1-2 personal or professional experiences that inspire you to pursue this opportunity;
4. Two (2) signed letters of recommendation. The letters should be from a professor or working professional who knows you well enough to be a reference for your academic aptitude, work history, and character;
5. Copy of your transcripts (grades or marks). If you are still enrolled, send copies/scans of all academic work completed to present;
6. Copy of your TOEFL or IELTS report. Penn State Law expects a TOEFL score of 88 or higher; an IELTS report of 6.5 or higher. However, exceptions can be made in an interview. If you have a strong English proficiency, the tests can be waived upon determination in an interview that will be available after the application is submitted.

All application requirements and procedures are found on the Penn State Law LL.M. Program website. See https://pennstatelaw.psu.edu/admissions/llm-admissions/application-requirements. Applicants should also review the cost of attendance requirements. See https://pennstatelaw.psu.edu/admissions/llm-admissions/tuition-and-scholarships. Enrolled students are eligibile obtain part-time campus jobs during residency, and can earn between $400 - $800/month, but to obtain a student visa, admitted students must prove financial resources conforming to the cost of attendance requirements.

FOR CONSIDERATION OF TOP TUITION SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ($35,000 TO ONE (1) FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIP), A COMPLETED APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 15, 2022.

On or after December 15, 2022, the Admissions Committee will review all completed applications and schedule interviews for top applicants. “Top applicant” determination is made according to: 1/ academic performance, and 2/ the quality of the submitted documents. Work and volunteer experience as well as economic standing also contribute. Applicants will be notified for interviews on or about January 5. On or after January 15, applicants will be notified regarding admissions and tuition scholarship decisions.