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MLS Law at Stanford University

Stanford University, United States

Programme overview

The MLS (Master of Legal Studies) is a non-professional degree designed to introduce a small number of graduate students and scholars in other disciplines to the foundations of the legal system, the basic modes of legal argumentation and analysis, legal procedure, and the substantive law of selected areas. The MLS is intended primarily for those pursuing academic careers. Exceptionally qualified MLS applicants may also apply to participate in the SPILS Program .

Faculty: Stanford Law School  |  Department: Law School  |  Duration: 37 units in the programme; 35 minimum university units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stanford, CA, United States

What you will study

Programme load is 37 units in the programme and 35 minimum university units. Requirements are organised into: Core Program Requirements.

Career pathways

The MLS is intended primarily for those pursuing academic careers.

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Application information

Tuition is charged for Autumn, Winter and Spring quarters (Summer quarter also billed separately). Graduate programmes such as PhD and Master's in Computer Science admit for Autumn entry only; Education PhD and Master's programmes begin September 20, 2027.

The graduate application fee is $125, nonrefundable, payable by credit card or bank transfer from a U.S. checking account. Deadlines are set by each programme; one application per academic year may be submitted. The application for 2027 entry is open. Computer Science MS and PhD applications close December 8, 2026; Education PhD closes November 16, 2026 and Education MA/MS closes January 7, 2027.

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