Master of Law

Iowa Law's LLM program is a distinctive opportunity that stands as a testament to your expertise in the U.S. legal system and proficiency in English. This one-year program not only equips you with a valuable graduate degree in law but also positions you to work with U.S. attorneys at a professional level. Immerse yourself in a top-ranked law faculty where professors delve into cutting-edge legal developments. Experience the benefits of a small program, fostering close interactions between faculty and students. Tailor your focus, choosing between practical training for bar admission or in-depth research to enhance understanding in a specific area of law. Engage in most courses alongside JD students, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Be part of a major research university with a tradition of interdisciplinary work and academic excellence within the College of Law. Explore opportunities with the Iowa Innovation, Business, and Law Center and the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights.

Statement of Purpose: The statement of purpose form is part of the online application. All applicants must complete the statement of purpose.
Letters of Recommendation: You must submit three letters of recommendation. At least two should be from law professors who can comment on your critical thinking, writing skills, and potential for success in law school. They should give some idea, if possible, of where you stand in class rank. Letters of recommendation, along with transcripts, should provide evidence that applicants are serious students with a solid record of academic and professional achievement.
Official Transcripts: Official copies of academic records of coursework completed in colleges, universities, technical institutes, and professional institutions are required, in English, regardless of the duration of study or of whether you obtained a degree. The College of Law participates in LSAC's Credential Assembly Service. You are responsible for submitting to LSAC an official transcript from each institution you have attended.
TOEFL or IELTS: International students whose first language is not English must take the TOEFL or IELTS and submit their score. Applicants who have completed a bachelor's degree in the US, or an equivalent degree at an accredited English-language university in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom are exempt from this requirement. Most students accepted to the program have TOEFL scores above 92 (Internet)/580 (written), an overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no subsections below 6.5, or a DuoLingo score of at least 127. Waiver of the TOEFL, IELTS, or DuoLingo requirements is not normally granted. The University's code for all exams is 6681.