Temple University—James E. Beasley School of Law
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Official Guide to LLM, Master’s, and Certificate Programs
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Strong rankings. Personal attention. Top value.
Temple Law offers a top-tier legal education, ranked among the nation’s best. We prioritize personal attention, with faculty and staff providing hands-on support. Our collaborative environment fosters lifelong friendships. As a public university, we offer one of the best values in legal education with competitive tuition rates.
Philadelphia, Your New Favorite American City
Temple Law is located in Philadelphia , the 6th-largest U.S. city, offering the best of both worlds to law students: a vibrant city with a legal hub and affordable living. With easy access to New York City and Washington, D.C., you’ll enjoy numerous networking opportunities and a lower cost of living than other East Coast cities.
Competitive Tuition
As a public university, Temple Law offers an exceptional education at a cost lower than many private universities in the United States. The city’s affordable living makes it a great choice for students.
What Our LL.M. Graduates Say
Diana Allegretti, Head of Corporate Affairs, Zurich Insurance plc:
"At Temple, I formed lasting friendships with law students from diverse backgrounds. Practical discussions and thoughtful conversations broadened my perspective. Temple’s international focus and hands-on approach gave me the confidence to graduate ready to practice international law."
LL.M. and Graduate Programs
Temple Law offers six programs designed to help you succeed in a global legal environment. We welcome the opportunity to get to know you and explore how Temple can advance your career. Please reach out to schedule a time to speak!
| Program | Contact Person | Link to Apply and Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| LL.M. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers | Assistant Dean, Graduate and International Programs |
Apply to the LL.M. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers here by April 15 for the Fall semester or October 1 for the Spring semester. Extensions may be available upon request. |
| LL.M. in Trial Advocacy | Director, LL.M. in Trial Advocacy Program | Apply to the LL.M. in Trial Advocacy here by June 1. |
| LL.M. in Transnational Law | Director, LL.M. and J.D./LL.M. in Transnational Law |
Apply to the LL.M. and J.D./LL.M. in Transnational Law here by June 1 for Fall admission or November 1 for Spring admission. |
| LL.M. in Asian Law | Salil K. Mehra Director, LL.M. in Asian Law salil.mehra@temple.edu |
Apply to the LL.M. in Asian Law here by June 1 for Fall admission or November 1 for Spring admission. |
| Online LL.M. in International Business Law | Director, LL.M. Program in Beijing |
Apply to the Online LL.M. in International Business Law here by August 1 to begin study in early September. |
| Certificate in International Business and Compliance | Assistant Dean, Graduate and International Programs | Apply to the Certificate in International Business and Compliance here by March 15 to begin study in the fall, and October 15 to begin study in the spring. |
