Master of Studies in Law (MSL) - On-Campus

Through our coursework, we will provide you with the background and tools necessary to succeed in leadership roles in a wide variety of settings, including business, education, entertainment, finance, government, human resources, law enforcement, and more. Please note that this degree is not intended to train students for careers as attorneys, nor to prepare them for any state bar exam.


Format: Full-Time \| Part-Time \| On-Campus	Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree	Start: Fall

Acquire practical knowledge in the theories, history and application of American law
Demonstrate an understanding of the U.S. legal system, government, historical context and foundational values
Develop fluency in advanced legal terminology through exposure to substantive texts, cases, statutes and memoranda
Demonstrate an ability to use legal authority and perform legal analysis

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Earn a graduate certificate concurrently with your MSL degree at no additional cost.

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Through our on campus MSL, you will gain legal skills and knowledge that can be applied directly to advance your career. Coursework is offered in residence at our USC University Park Campus.

If you are interested in studying completely online, please consider our online MSL degree, which is offered anywhere you have internet access.

USC's renowned network of more than 480,000 alumni are deeply committed to furthering the success of USC graduates. Our more than 15,000 USC Gould graduates include partners in the world's largest law firms, leaders of civil rights movements, and CEOs and presidents of multibillion-dollar companies.

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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The USC Gould MSL degree will help you understand the intersection between law and many different industries. Familiarity with the legal system will help you stand out in your current profession, or may increase your career opportunities.

Earn a master's degree from a top-rated law school

USC Gould School of Law has been redefining excellence in legal education, scholarship since 1900.

Customizable degree to meet your needs

Complete your degree within 9 months on a full-time basis or 12+ months on a part-time basis. We offer one start a year: fall.

Convenient and flexible scheduling

Law school classes take place at USC's University Park Campus in the evenings to accommodate working professionals.

Scholarships offered

All applicants will be automatically considered for our scholarship awards. Exceptional candidates will receive a prestigious Dean's Academic Excellence Award.

Tailored career and professional support

Students are assigned an academic advisor, and we offer individually tailored advice on developing your career plan.

Trojan Family Alumni Network

Over a half a million strong, the Trojan Family is one of the most powerful alumni networks — and famously committed furthering the success of USC graduates. Gould grads include partners in the world's largest law firms, leaders in public interest and public service, and corporate CEOs and presidents.

Gain hands-on practical skill development

USC Gould students learn from the best. Our law school faculty members are successful, interdisciplinary professionals and leaders in their respective fields, as well as committed mentors to their students.

Create new career opportunities

Understanding legal issues increases your marketability for a range of work settings, including business, government, human resources, counseling, education, and social work.

The on-campus MSL prepares students for leadership roles in a variety of settings:

Earn a master's degree from a fully accredited, elite, top-ranked law school
No GRE or LSAT required
Evening classes — perfect for working professionals
Students complete their studies in as few as 9 months
Deeply committed and distinguished faculty
Access Trojan Family network connections to more than 15,000 USC Gould alumni worldwide
Create new career opportunities
Admission decision within two to four weeks of application completion
Receive an additional certificate at no additional cost