Elective Courses U.S. Legal Studies students who have satisfied the prerequisites may take any U.S. law course from the J.D. or other LL.M. programs. Every student receives academic advising upon registration. Click here for the list of law courses . The California examination lasts three days. Trusts Wills Students planning to prepare for the California, New York, or other state bar examination should seek academic advising early to ensure that they meet all deadlines and qualifications.
Many international students spend a year after graduation working in a U.S. legal externship.
To qualify for clerk positions in law firms, public interest agencies, and nongovernmental organizations, attorneys must have a basic grasp of U.S. law and research methods. Courses and clinical programs offered through the U.S. Legal Studies Program prepare international students for work in U.S. legal settings. Combined Degrees Students wishing to spend more than one year in residence may complete LL.M. degrees in more than one program or may obtain an M.B.A. in one of a number of specialized fields.