LLM Patent Law at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The Patent Law LL.M. is a professional master of law degree for scientists and engineers interested in pursuing a career in the growing field of patent law. The program requirements may be completed in one year (two terms) of full-time study or in two years (four terms), with an optional third year (six terms) on a part-time basis. This program is offered through the University of Minnesota Law School.

Faculty: Law School | Duration: 1 year / Plan C 24 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Mandatory Courses, Writing Requirement, Capstone Course, Electives. Students will complete the fully In Person Program or the fully Online Program. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.000 is required for the degree.

Career pathways

The Patent Law LL.M. is a professional master of law degree for scientists and engineers interested in pursuing a career in the growing field of patent law.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GRE and LSAT scores are accepted but not required. Applicants must have completed a domestic or international law degree. We encourage applicants with science and technical backgrounds. Applicants with a degree in Science or Engineering are preferred. Personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation, interview, character and fitness inquiry. For applicants who take the TOEFL exam before January 20, 2026, the minimum score is 80, with strong preference given to applicants with scores over 100. For applicants who take the TOEFL exam on January 21, 2026, or after, the minimum score is 4.5, with strong preference given to applicants with scores of 5.0 or higher. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 1 year / Plan C 24 credits

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