Graduate and International Programs

USC Gould School of Law offers exceptional graduate and international master’s degree programs for students interested in learning the law and deepening their understanding of the U.S. legal system.

Reputation for Excellence

As Southern California’s first law school, USC Gould carries a tradition of academic excellence and commitment to inclusivity. Located in Los Angeles, the school offers a diverse student body and a supportive, global alumni network famously known as the Trojan Family.

With renowned faculty members, a vibrant and international student community, interdisciplinary curriculum, a prime location and supportive alumni network, USC Gould is the ideal legal learning environment.

With a distinctive legacy of educating leaders across industries, sectors and businesses, USC Gould offers a range of practice-focused academic programs, as well as graduate certificates in specialized professional areas.

USC Gould’s graduate and international programs provide students with an enriching and collegial learning environment, both in-person and virtually.

One of the nation’s top-rated law schools, USC Gould is widely recognized as a leader and innovator in legal education.

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A global epicenter for entertainment, business, media, technology and sports — right at your doorstep. Located at the University Park Campus, USC Gould is convenient to Downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood, and sits in the heart of one of the nation’s biggest legal markets.

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USC Gould School of Law offers a variety of merit-based scholarship awards and benefits to support
students during their time at USC.

All applicants are automatically considered for scholarships and housing stipends based on their completed application materials and how they best represent the exceptional quality and diversity within our Graduate & International Programs student body.
No additional application is required.
Scholarship offers are released via email at the time of admission.
Students may receive both a merit-based award and the USC housing stipend if they apply by the priority deadline.

We encourage you to explore financial aid options from the USC database as well as any additional sources in the U.S. or your home country.

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USC offers corporate billing and employer reimbursement options.

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Application Fee Waiver

We will automatically waive our $75 application fee for LLM applicants who apply before our February 1 priority deadline. Below, please find a link to a survey to request a fee waiver code for the LSAC Report for applications to USC Gould.

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