Master of Jurisprudence

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Master of Jurisprudence [1] can go by several names [2] including a Master in Law [3] Master of Science in Law, [4] Master of Legal Studies, [5] Master of Science in Legal Studies, [6] [7] Juris Master, [8] or Master of Studies in Law. [9]

Offered within United States law schools, Master of Jurisprudence curriculum is often studied by those who want more legal knowledge and a deeper understanding of the American legal system, without a full Juris Doctor (J.D.), which may include people who will work closely with lawyers or in law-adjacent activities. [10] This can often include business professionals, those who work in government, or community activists. [11] [12]

Skills obtained in the Master of Jurisprudence can include understanding regulations and reading contracts, [13] understanding complex legal issues, [14] drafting policy, reviewing legal documents, [2] and gaining a deeper understanding the criminal justice system. [15]

Some Master of Jurisprudence program offerings may have specific concentrations like Entertainment and New Media Law, [16] IP and Technology Law, [17] International and Comparative Law, [18] Corporate and Business Law, [19] or Heath Law, [20] or may be part of any number of dual degree programs. [21]

The Master of Jurisprudence program typically ranges between 30 and 45 credit hours. Many Masters of Legal Studies degrees can be completed in 9 to 16 months. [2] Some part-time programs offer longer timelines, up to 4 years. [22] [20] Some universities offer Juris Master's programs online. [23] [24]

While some classes may be shared with J.D. candidates, the Master of Jurisprudence does not prepare recipients to sit for the bar exam to practice law, but rather provides a better understanding of legal issues related to the recipient's chosen field. [25]

References

  1. ↑ University of Washington (2024-04-30). "Master of Jurisprudence". UW School of Law. Archived from the original on 2025-06-21. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  2. 1 2 3 University of Southern California. "FAQ - On-Campus MSL". USC Gould School of Law. Archived from the original on 2025-06-21. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  3. ↑ University of Pennsylvania. "Master in Law". www.law.upenn.edu. Archived from the original on 2025-05-30. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  4. ↑ Northwestern University. "About the Master of Science in Law (MSL) Degree | Northwestern Pritzker Law". www.law.northwestern.edu. Archived from the original on 2025-05-14. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  5. ↑ "Master of Legal Studies | M.L.S. Degree Program | UCLA Law". law.ucla.edu. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  6. ↑ University of San Diego. "The Masters of Science in Legal Studies (MSLS) - School of Law - University of San Diego". www.sandiego.edu. Archived from the original on 2024-10-06. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  7. ↑ Cornell University (2020-06-05). "Master of Legal Studies (MSLS) - eCornell". eCornell - Online Education Programs. Archived from the original on 2025-03-15. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  8. ↑ George Mason University. "Home | Juris Master | Antonin Scalia Law School". Antonin Scalia Juris Masters Law School. Archived from the original on 2025-05-27. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  9. ↑ University of Southern California. "Master of Studies in Law (MSL) Degree". USC Gould School of Law. Archived from the original on 2025-04-21. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  10. ↑ University of Pennsylvania Penn Carey Law School (2025). "Master in Law Frequently Asked Questions". www.law.upenn.edu. Archived from the original on 2024-12-25. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  11. ↑ University of Washington (2024-04-30). "Master of Jurisprudence". UW School of Law. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  12. ↑ St. Mary's University School of Law (2025). "Master of Jurisprudence Degree - St. Mary's Law". St. Mary's Law. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  13. ↑ Northeastern University (2025). "Online Master of Legal Studies - Designed for Non-Lawyers Seeking Practical Legal Knowledge". Northeastern. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  14. ↑ University of California - Los Angeles. "Master of Legal Studies | M.L.S. Degree Program | UCLA Law". law.ucla.edu. Archived from the original on 2025-06-01. Retrieved 2025-06-19.
  15. ↑ University of Southern California Gould School of Law. "Seven benefits to earning a master of studies in law degree". USC Gould School of Law. Retrieved 2025-06-19.
  16. ↑ University, Loyola Marymount (2025). "Master of Science in Legal Studies Specialization Entertainment and New Media Law". www.lls.edu. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  17. ↑ Ohio State University (2025). "Master in the Study of Law". Ohio State Online. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  18. ↑ St. Mary's University School of Law (2025). "International and Comparative Law Concentration". St. Mary's Law. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  19. ↑ University, Delaware Law: Widener (2025). "Master of Jurisprudence Corporate/Business Concentration". Delaware Law: Widener University. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  20. 1 2 Ohio State University Online. "Master in the Study of Law". Ohio State Online. Retrieved 2025-06-19.
  21. ↑ University, Delaware Law: Widener. "MJ MBA Corporate Compliance · Delaware Law: Widener University". Delaware Law: Widener University. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  22. ↑ University of Pennsylvania. "Master in Law". www.law.upenn.edu. Retrieved 2025-06-18.
  23. ↑ Stetson University Admissions Team (2025). "The Pros and Cons of an Online Master of Jurisprudence". lawblog.law.stetson.edu. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  24. ↑ Florida State University. "Juris Master Online Program | College of Law". law.fsu.edu. Retrieved 2025-06-20.
  25. ↑ Stetson Law (2025). "Does a Master of Jurisprudence Make Me a Lawyer?". lawblog.law.stetson.edu. Archived from the original on 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-20.


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