The UC Law SF MSL is designed for individuals who do not seek to practice law, but who instead want to equip themselves with a more sophisticated understanding of legal reasoning and doctrine.

Professionals in most fields increasingly interact with attorneys and participate in legal processes. Yet, most people have little training in the language and structures of the law. An MSL degree will not only help you further your own career and magnify your impact with a deep understanding of legal reasoning and doctrine, but it will also give you the tools to help make your organization more competitive.

The MSL degree can be completed in one-year or part-time over 1-1/2 to 4 years. The MSL program provides the flexibility of two learning modes: fully online and hybrid-flexible.

We encourage you to sign up for our email listtour our virtual campus, or sign up for an advising appointment to learn more about our MSL degree.

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MSL Program Specializations

As a UC Law SF MSL student, you will work closely with top law professors, Juris Doctor students, and other MSL students who are leaders in their fields. In an academically exhilarating and supportive atmosphere, you will engage with other professionals from around the Bay Area, the country, and the world as you immerse yourself in academic pursuits with practical benefits. The MSL program is a compelling practical addition or alternative to other master’s degrees.

MSL Program Specializations
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Learn more about the MSL program by joining our email list. You’ll receive monthly personalized information, gain special access to faculty and student profiles and videos, and be the first to know about deadlines and upcoming events.

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If you want to gain a more sophisticated understanding of legal reasoning and doctrine to make an impact, you should consider the UC Law SF MSL program. The MSL application opens on October 1 each year and are reviewed on a rolling basis. The priority deadline for scholarship consideration is April 15.

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We encourage you to sign up for our email list or for an advising appointment to learn more about our MSL degree. Check out our list of upcoming events and webinars.

UC Law SF College of the Law
MSL Admissions
200 McAllister Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
+1-415-565-4880
msl@uclawsf.edu