MBA & Master’s Guide: USC Gould School of Law – MSL

These days, legal knowledge isn’t just for lawyers. Now more than ever, professionals across businesses, industries and sectors regularly intersect with legal matters, from contracts and compliance, to finance and mergers, to cybersecurity and IP.

In response to these changes, USC’s Gould School of Law – ranked among the top 20 law schools nationwide – is leading the charge to meet the demands of today’s evolving workplace. The Master of Studies in Law (MSL) gives students a foundational understanding of important legal concepts, allowing them to enhance their professional expertise with core legal skills.

INTERACTIVE, ONLINE FORMAT

The MSL degree is specially designed for non-lawyer professionals interested in legal issues related to their fields. Students have the convenience of completing the degree 100% online, and the flexibility to study part-time — an ideal format for work schedules. No LSAT or GRE test is required; no prior law degree is required. Scholarships are automatically considered for all applicants.

Broadcast news anchor and current MSL student Nick Ciletti said, “I love that USC offers the MSL program entirely online, and it’s really convenient for my sometimes-unpredictable schedule — you never know when breaking news will happen. I also really appreciate the one-on-one attention my advisers and professors are able to provide us and that’s something that sets USC and Gould apart.”

CUSTOMIZED TO YOUR INTERESTS

MSL students can tailor their educational experience with an industry-specific certificate, which can be completed at no additional cost, as part of the MSL program. Certificate programs include: Business Law; Compliance; Human Resources Law and Compliance; Entertainment Law and Industry; Financial Compliance; Privacy Law and Cybersecurity; and Health Care Compliance.

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

USC Gould partners with numerous organizations that offer scholarship savings as an employee benefit. For more information about the MSL, including corporate partnerships, visit bit.ly/usc-corporate-ed or email [email protected].

For more information about USC’s online MSL program, visit bit.ly/usclaw2021.

Name of Institution
University of Southern California

Name of School or Program
Gould School of Law:

School Dean
Dean Andrew T. Guzman

Year Institution was Founded
1900

MASTERS Platforms Offered
Online, part-time Master of Studies in Law (MSL)

MASTERS Areas of Emphasis Offered
Specialized certificate programs include:
Business Law; Compliance; Entertainment Law and Industry; Financial Compliance; Health Care Compliance; Human Resources Law and Compliance; Privacy Law and Cybersecurity

Length of Programs
Online, part-time MSL – 16 months

Program Accreditations
WASC, ABA (American Bar Association)
CCB (Compliance Certification Board)

Rankings
U.S. News & World Report:
Best Law Schools – #19
Best Business/Corporate Law Programs – #19
Best Tax Law Programs – #23

Total Cost of masters
Online MSL tuition: approximately $56,847, plus university fees

Required Testing
No LSAT or GRE required
TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants

Upcoming Information Sessions
Schedule a one-on-one meeting with a
USC Gould advisor: [email protected]

Application Deadlines
Online MSL:
Fall 2021 (Priority) – June 23
Fall 2021 – July 28
Spring 2022 (Priority) – October 13
Spring 2022 – November 10

Program Contact Information
Online MSL
[email protected]
213-821-5916
gould.usc.edu/academics/degrees/msl
gould.usc.edu/academics/degrees/residential-msl

Corporate Partnerships:
[email protected]

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