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Master of Law - Comparative Legal Thought

Yeshiva University

USA,New York

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 65,817/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65

Application Fee

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USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1886

Total Students: 6,513 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

500 W 185th St, New York, NY 10033, United States

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Law - Comparative Legal Thought

Program Overview

The Comparative Legal Thought LL.M., the first of its kind at any U.S. law school, capitalizes on Cardozo’s strengths in legal theory, philosophy, jurisprudence, law and literature, religion, and related areas. Although primarily intended for those who hope to enter legal academia, the LL.M. in Comparative Legal Thought is appropriate for anyone with an interest in interdisciplinary approaches to law.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 65

Tuition Fee

CAD 65,817 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Yeshiva University

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 82
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Merit Scholarship Dean's Scholarship	Merit Scholarship-Merit Scholarships are awarded as a part of the admissions process based on the applicant's performance in high school. Overall GPA, standardized test scores (if available), as well as other supporting information is taken into consideration for eligibility. All first-time applicants, who have not applied for honors and are not transfer applicants are automatically considered for this scholarship. Award is renewable for up to four years of full-time study at one of our New York campuses and maintenance of satisfactory academic performance and good standing. Dean's Scholarship-Dean's Scholarships are awarded as a part of the admissions process based on the applicant's performance in high school. Overall GPA, standardized test scores (if available), as well as other supporting information are taken into consideration for eligibility. Dean's Scholars are granted permission to register for honors courses and participate in designated honors activities (space permitting). All first-time applicants, who are not applying as a transfer student are automatically considered for this scholarship. Award is renewable for up to four years of full-time study at one of our New York campuses and maintenance of satisfactory academic performance and good standing. LINK: https://go.yu.edu/merit-scholarships	Merit Scholarship-Up to $5,000 per academic year Dean's Scholarship-Up to $10,000 per academic year .

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.