MASTER OF LEGAL STUDIES (MLS) DEGREE - formerly M.Jur Degree
Gain a unique, career-relevant perspective on your profession with a Master of Legal Studies degree from Texas A&M University School of Law. The MLS degree is designed for non-lawyer professionals who seek legal education and training but do not intend to practice law. The 30 credit hour, 1-2 year program will not qualify students to sit for any state bar examination.
Master of Legal Studies Degree Options on Campus:
Master of Legal Studies Online Options:
Master of Legal Studies Hybrid Options:
International Students
The Master of Legal Studies program at Texas A&M University School of Law welcomes international students. For more information about visas, please visit the
Texas A&M University International Student Services website.
Texas A&M University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, doctorate, and professional degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Texas A&M University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (sacscoc.org).
The Master of Legal Studies and Master of Laws degree programs have obtained acquiescence from the American Bar Association (ABA).