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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.

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.

Why USC Gould

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.

Strength in
Specialization

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.

Online and
On-Campus

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

Learn at a Top
Rated Law School

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

Choose Your Path

Practice Law

Learn about our Master of Laws (LLM) and Master of Comparative Law (MCL) degrees that prepare international students — who already have a JD, LLB or equivalent — for leadership roles in law.

Learn the Law

Explore our flexible, legal master's programs for professionals — who do not have prior law degrees — in any field seeking to redefine or specialize their careers.

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Student Life

Hear from students from around the world, who come from a variety of backgrounds and degrees, about their academic experience at USC Gould:
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Study in the heart of Los Angeles

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.

Tuition and Scholarships

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

USC Gould Scholarships and Housing Stipends

  • 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.

Financial Aid Options

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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Alumni Spotlight: Ifeoluwa Familoye (LLM in IBEL 2024)
Ifeoluwa Familoye is a recent graduate of the USC Gould School of Law’s Master of Laws in International Business and Economic Law program. Originally from Nigeria, Familoye came to USC Gould to advanc
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Alumni Spotlight: Jenny Januszewski, MDR 2024
Alumni Spotlight: Jenny Januszewski, MDR 2024
Alum Jenny Januszewski, MDR 2024, reflects on her most memorable experiences at USC while earning her degree.
June 27, 2024
Navigating Your Legal Journey: Choosing Between a Master's Degree and Graduate Certificate
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Navigating Your Legal Journey: Choosing Between a Master's Degree and Graduate Certificate
If you're weighing the decision between pursuing a master’s degree or graduate certificate, this blog post will provide insights to help you make an informed decision.
June 21, 2024