USD Law Graduate & International Programs

Advance your legal career while living in one of America’s finest cities. Join our vibrant graduate community at USD School of Law.

Designed for professionals in business, compliance, healthcare, human resources, government, and technology, the Master of Science in Legal Studies is ideal for those who need legal expertise without becoming an attorney.

Applications are open now!

See you tomorrow!

With 15+ years of experience in U.S. and international taxation, Andrea Cisneros Valdez, Esq. brings a unique binational perspective to cross-border tax law.

Join us for a free virtual webinar on International Tax Tuesday, June 23rd at 4 p.m PT.

➡️RSVP link here: https://sandiego.zoom.us/meeting/register/zoe9t-SOTT2i4ohixgdu_A?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaASm3OBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAad4PPYe-FNUQrAWnLSNnFK66m6stSmiZ1hgLAAUy-1Vgp525zt7EQqJBjfKbg_aem_IAsMynhRpMEw-ey4mMgocg #/registration

Our students had a wonderful time at the Madrid Summer Abroad Program, which focuses on international IP law and international deals, giving students real-world insight into global legal practice. Highlights included visits to the Spanish Supreme Court, the Spanish Constitutional Court, and the Garrigues Center for LLMs.

Interested in applying next year? Email [email protected]

Your LLM journey starts at USD Law! ⚖️

Our LLM in U.S. Law on campus is designed specifically for international attorneys looking to advance their legal career in the United States.

Available start dates in Spring and Fall. Email us today at [email protected]

We love seeing our alumni thrive! 🎓 USD Law LLM Alumna Maria Fernanda passed the California Bar and is now offering her clients a unique dual-jurisdiction perspective in both Mexican and U.S. law. So proud of you, Maria Fernanda!

We are now accepting applications for our Spring 2027 semester for the LLM in U.S. Law, email us today at [email protected]! 📩

We had such a wonderful time welcoming our newest Online LLM students to USD campus!

From networking with fellow international attorneys to touring the San Diego Superior Court, enjoying an insightful conversation with The Honorable Roderick W. Shelton, Assistant Presiding Judge, and visiting the District Attorney’s Office.

Interested in joining us for Summer 2027? Fill out our priority admission form in our bio or email us at [email protected]!