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USD 62826

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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85

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The general LLM's dynamic co-op program provides the most flexibility for students to take the courses they want in pursuit of their professional interests and personal aspirations. Many LLM students also choose the general program to qualify for a bar examination in one of the United States jurisdictions (Massachusetts or New York, for example) that admit lawyers trained outside the U.S. Whether you are a U.S. or internationally trained lawyer looking for individualized professional growth or to become a candidate for a U.S. bar exam, Northeastern’s general program offers what you need to do what you want: to advance your professional goals and to make a difference in the world.

You'll shape your own experiences in this program—drawing from an industry-informed curriculum in three areas: Intellectual Property and Technology Law, International Business Law, and Bar Examination Preparation Law.

  • A concentration in Health Policy and Law to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills you need for one of today’s hottest practice areas
  • A concentration in Human Rights to prepare you to take on the global challenge of rights abuses
  • A concentration in International Business Law to aid you to practice in the complex and constantly evolving world of business across national borders?
  • A concentration in Law and Economic Development to position yourself as a lawyer working in support of economic development
  • A concentration in Intellectual Property and Innovation

Co-op
The School of Law educates our JD and On-Campus LLM students who opt for the 12-month program through academically rigorous coursework integrated with our signature Cooperative Legal Education Program (co-op). Placement opportunities may include law firms, companies, clinics, courts, government agencies, community organizations or advocacy groups. Guided by the LLM professional development advisor, you'll define your professional objectives and identify a co-op opportunity that meets your unique goals.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jul 2025, Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a LLB or its equivalent from an accredited or comparably recognized law school outside the United States.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    85 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    62826

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    19580 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

     

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship
    Northeastern National Scholarships
    Graduate Merit scholarships by college
    Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship: All fall first-year applicants who apply for undergraduate admission to Northeastern no later than the Regular Decision deadline of January 1 are considered.

    Northeastern National Scholarships-Awarded to admitted students who are designated as National Merit Finalists and list Northeastern University–Boston as their first-choice college with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by the priority deadline (April 11, 2025).

    Note: Students can receive only one of the above scholarships. These awards are not available to students in the Northeastern London double degree program.

    LINK: https://admissions.northeastern.edu/cost-financial-aid/merit-scholarships/

    Merit scholarships by college
    you may be considered for merit-based scholarships through your chosen college. To be considered for these awards, you must submit your application for admission by the application deadline.

     

        Bouvé College of Health Sciences
        College of Arts, Media and Design
        College of Engineering
        College of Professional Studies
        College of Science
        College of Social Sciences and Humanities
        D’Amore-McKim School of Business
        Khoury College of Computer Sciences
        School of Law

    Please note that scholarship eligibility criteria may vary depending on the scholarship and the program or college, and awards are managed by individual academic departments—not the Office of Student Financial Services. If you have questions regarding merit-based scholarships for graduate programs, please contact the department, college, or school to which you are applying or are currently enrolled.
    LINK: https://graduate.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships/
    Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship: up to $28,000 annually
    Northeastern National Scholarships-Competitive merit-based award (exact amount not specified); replaces other Northeastern merit awards
    Graduate Merit scholarships by college: varies

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