Apply to the International LLM Program

Application and Process

Applicants to the LLM degree program use the . Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis.

Deadlines

Admission is available for both fall and spring semesters. The deadline for the fall semester is April 1; the deadline for the spring semester is Oct. 15. Sometimes students can apply after the deadline; email the Office of Global Legal Studies to inquire, at llm-sjd@case.edu.

Required Documents

  • Completed  and personal statement.
  • Copies of transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions attended, with translations into English where applicable.
  • A copy of official TOEFL, Duolingo or IELTS scores is required for all students whose native language is not English—except those with a degree from an institution where English is the language of instruction. Or submit an official copy of an ELS transcript showing successful completion of Level 111 or 112.  
  • Two letters of recommendation.

Application Review

Applications are reviewed in order of their receipt and completion. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Mailing Address

Office of Global Legal Studies
°Ç¸çºÚÁÏ School of Law
10900 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7148 USA

Admission Inquiries and Applications

Office of Global Legal Studies
°Ç¸çºÚÁÏ School of Law
216.368.2083 | llm-sjd@case.edu

Visitors and Deliveries

Office of Global Legal Studies
°Ç¸çºÚÁÏ School of Law
Gund Hall
11075 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7148