California Southern University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MSL - Master of Science in Law

Format: Online

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Law (MSL) program is designed for learners who seek an understanding of the law and the American legal system but who do not intend to practice law. The MSL program curriculum covers the major substantive areas of U.S. law, including Criminal Law, Contracts, Legal Ethics, Business Associations, Intellectual Property Law, and International Law.

Tuition for the MSL is $330 per credit and $10,620 for the entire 2-year degree program. Students are NOT required to take the GRE or LSAT admissions exams for acceptance into CalSouthern.

Accreditation:

Distance Education and Training CouncilCalifornia Southern University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council. The Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency and is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Eligibility Requirements:

Admission to the Master of Science in Law degree program requires a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent completed at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution. The MSL degree requires 36 graduate semester units completed beyond the Bachelor's degree.

The University may accept a maximum of 6 graduate semester units in transfer toward the MSL. Credit earned in graduate courses for which a grade of “B” or higher was earned will be considered for transfer. To enable the evaluation of prior college work, official transcripts must be provided to the University.

# of Credits Required:

36

International Student Requirements:

Admission to the Master of Science in Law degree program requires a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent completed at an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution. The MSL degree requires 36 graduate semester units completed beyond the Bachelor's degree. The University may accept a maximum of 6 graduate semester units in transfer toward the MSL. Credit earned in graduate courses for which a grade of “B” or higher was earned will be considered for transfer. To enable the evaluation of prior college work, official transcripts must be provided to the University.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

330 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No