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LLM in International Human Rights at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

Our LLM (Master of Law) degree programs expand students' knowledge of law and legal processes and provide opportunities for them to gain expertise in a specialized field of law. To apply, students must have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school or a comparable legal degree from a university outside of the United States. The nine-month general LLM program offers outstanding graduates of foreign law schools an opportunity to study American law and legal processes, continue their studies in international law, and engage in comparative legal research.

Faculty: Pritzker School of Law  |  Duration: two-year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

The Tax Program's comprehensive curriculum, outstanding faculty, and small, collaborative community provides students with a solid understanding of the complexities of tax law and the specialized skills needed to practice federal, state, and international tax law successfully.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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