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University of Pennsylvania Law School

MAILING ADDRESS
3501 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA 1910
MAIN PHONE
215-898-7483
WEBSITE
https://www.law.upenn.edu
ADMISSIONS EMAIL:
contactadmissions@law.upenn.edu
REGISTRAR'S PHONE/FAX/EMAIL:
215-898-6427/215-746-8265/
reg@law.upenn.edu
CAREER SERVICE PHONE/FAX/EMAIL:
215-898-7493/215-573-2400/
all-cpp@law.upenn.edu

An Overview


Philadelphia, the birthplace of the U.S. Constitution, has inspired millions by the decisions made here.

University of Pennsylvania began offering a full-time program in law in 1850, under the leadership of George Sharswood, an innovator in legal education. Since that time, Penn Law School has been at the forefront of legal education in U.S.A.

Penn Law's LL.M. and graduate programs are recognized as among the best in the United States and attract top students from around the world.

Degrees Offered
  • Wharton Business and Law Certificate

Admission Information


Requirements Details
Eligibility Student must attend full-time for two academic semesters, taking no more than 15 credits per semester and no less than 9 credits per semester, and complete the requirements of either the Course Track or the Thesis Track to receive the LL.M. degree,
Transcripts Student must submit transcripts from any and all post-secondary degree programs, whether or not they have completed the program. These include transcripts from exchange programs.

If there is an issue concerning their transcripts that they would like to address regarding their academic record, they may do so in an addendum to their personal statement.

While the Law School encourages applicants to submit their transcripts through LSAC, they do not need to use LSAC's Transcript Authentication Service. However, if they do not use the Authentication Service, they must submit an English language translation of their transcript when they submit their documents to LSAC.

A transcript from each degree granting post-secondary school attended has to be submitted.
Letters of Recommendation A completed graduate application to Penn Law must include two letters of recommendation, ideally from law professors or others who have personal experience instructing and evaluating the candidate.

An applicant may, alternatively, submit letters from academic instructors outside of the field of law, from employers, or from others with a personal knowledge of the candidate's intellectual and other strengths.

The International Programs Committee strongly advises that all letters be submitted in conjunction with either the Professional or Academic Recommender Form, available on LSAC's site, but it will review letters submitted without the form attached.
Personal Statement Applicant's personal statement should be less than two typed pages and should address their reasons for pursuing a graduate degree at Penn Law. Applicant's essay may describe how Penn Law would complement earlier studies or prepare them for future professional work; their interest in a particular legal field and its application to existing issues in their country or the world; or more broadly how their study here would serve other goals or interests.
Proof of Competency in English Though minimum score is not required, a TOEFL score of 100 (IBT) or 600 (WBT); or a 7 on the IELTS is expected. Most successful applicants matched or surpassed these scores; however a lower score does not automatically preclude an applicant from consideration. Applicants with lower scores are encouraged to submit a supplementary explanation of English language ability with their application materials as well as letter(s) of recommendation regarding their English language abilities.
Application Fee $75
Law School Admission Test Scores from the LSAT or GRE exam are not needed.
Curriculum Vitae Applicant's resume should highlight their relevant educational and professional background, skills (e.g. language facility), and interests. Although there is no limit, one or two pages is usually sufficient.

Other Information


Criteria Details
Nature and Tenure of Courses Offered One-year course
Application Procedure/Time to apply/Application deadline LL.M. and LLCM application is due by December 15. LL.M. and LLCM candidates may apply for early notification, which requires that their application is received no later than November 15.
LL.M. Degree Requirements a) Complete 20 credits and complete a senior writing project*, or
b) Complete 23 credits; and
c) Receive the grade of "F with credit" in no more than four semester hours.

The 5 credits earned in the summer program count toward the credit requirements.

a) Complete 20 credits, 13 of which include courses and seminars; and
b) Satisfactorily complete a scholarly thesis, worth 7 credits, of high analytical quality suitable for publication in a law journal; and
c) Receive the grade of "F with credit" in no more than four semester hours.
To earn an LL.M. degree in the Specialized Programs, students are required to get:

Course Details
Wharton Business and Law Certificate This program is designed exclusively for students enrolled in the Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree program.

Details of Courses Offered


Wharton's Aresty Institute of Executive Education, in conjunction with the University of Pennsylvania Law School, is pleased to offer a specialized certificate for students enrolled in Penn Law's Master of Laws degree program.

Drawing on key faculty and content from the Wharton School, the WBLC will introduce participants to the fundamentals of finance, strategy and responsible business practices and management. The challenging blend of interactive lectures, case studies, simulations, group discussions and faculty dialogue immerse participants in these core business concepts.

The WBLC is ideal for those who aspire to be corporate lawyers, in-house counsel, judges, bankers, and other internationally-trained legal professionals enrolled in Penn Law's LL.M. program.

Financial Aid


  • General merit scholarship
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  • Human rights scholarship
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As set forth on the Tuition and Fees page, attending law school in the United States is a significant financial investment. At Penn Law, every dollar of tuition revenue is used to support the academic programs. Assistance is available to a small number of LL.M. students with financial aid in the form of scholarships.

Two types of scholarships are available to LL.M. applicants - a general merit scholarship and a human rights scholarship. All students are automatically considered for general merit awards and there is no need to apply separately. Students are notified of these awards during the months of March or April each year.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition and fees

Tuition $51,630
University & Law School Fees $3,362
LLM Summer Program $2,500
Room & Board $13,793
Books $1,350
Clothing, laundry, personal expenses, medical insurance $6,000

Career Development/Services Offered


The Office of Career Planning and Professionalism empowers students to become the CEOs of their own careers. School's programs, services, online resources, and one-on-one counseling provide students with a competitive advantage throughout their careers.

A wide array of services and programming for students and alumni include:
  • Individualized counseling, including resume and cover letter review and strategic career planning.
  • Interview preparation, including a Mock Interview Program with "live" attorneys prior to the 2L hiring season.
  • Resources to engage in successful networking and the opportunity to develop networking skills through a Speed Networking event and other programs throughout the year.
  • Support for students applying for judicial clerkships and internships.
  • On-and-off-campus recruiting programs that provide students with access to a wide variety of employers, and preparation programs including a geographic market series.
  • Support for students pursuing jobs in government and the public interest, including dedicated counseling, career fairs, and fellowship application guidance.