Master in Advanced Legal Research/Studies (Master's)

The program admits students on a rolling basis, while tuition is Cost per credit is $884..

The Master in the Study of Law prepares students for professional roles requiring advanced legal knowledge without leading to bar eligibility. It combines an ABA-approved paralegal certificate with specialized study in law-related fields. Students engage in coursework focused on legal reasoning, dispute resolution, and practical applications of law in workplace and community settings. The program emphasizes applied legal skills through research projects or thesis papers.

Focus areas include Procedures and skills, Substantive law and survey, Topics in justice and equity.

The program requires 36 credits, consisting of 24 credits in core coursework and 12 credits in electives. Students complete 8-9 courses, including a capstone project or research paper.

Graduates work as legal assistants, paralegals, compliance officers, labor relations specialists, mediators, and legal journalists.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and an ABA-approved paralegal certificate earned within the past 10 years. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with recommended submission at least six weeks before term start.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Fully online, with full-time and part-time options; courses meet virtually once a week for the first five courses, and the remaining courses have no set meeting times. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 90% of applicants.

Hamline University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, combines a long history (founded in 1854) with a student-centered liberal arts approach that suits international students seeking a personalized U.S. experience. With roughly 3,100 students and about 95 programs across undergraduate and graduate study, Hamline emphasizes small classes, close faculty mentorship and an inclusive campus community. International learners benefit from dedicated advising, orientation services and campus groups that ease cultural adjustment and support academic goals.

Academics at Hamline focus on experiential learning and professional preparation. Programs integrate internships, field placements, community-based projects and studio work so students graduate with practical skills and real-world experience. Faculty are active mentors who encourage critical thinking, interdisciplinary study and social responsibility; popular areas include education, business, health sciences and the arts. Opportunities for research, service learning and leadership help students build resumes and relationships with local employers.

Campus life blends civic engagement, cultural events and access to the Twin Cities’ broader career network. Housing, career services, study abroad and counseling offices provide practical support for study planning, visa concerns and job searches. For international applicants seeking a close-knit campus with strong mentorship, hands-on learning and clear pathways to internships or graduate study, Hamline offers a welcoming environment and ample opportunities to grow academically and professionally.