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An Online Master’s in Legal Studies

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Earn Your Master’s in Legal Studies Online1

Understanding the law and its impact on various elements of life can be crucial. American Military University (AMU) offers an online MA in Legal Studies that prepares you to do your part to address complex societal issues related to the public’s ability to access justice. This program is specifically designed for nonlawyers who have law-related responsibilities and wish to advance their knowledge of legal doctrines, concepts, and workplace issues.

AMU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times.2 At AMU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.3

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AMU Gives You the Freedom to Learn

$470
Per Credit Hour

Tuition for master’s degrees and graduate certificates. We offer many grant options. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Request information to learn more.

$250
Per Credit Hour

For undergraduate and master’s-level programs with AMU’s Preferred Military Rate for eligible students.4

0
Entrance Exams

No GRE®, GMAT®, or other standardized test scores required. Classes start monthly.5

$0
Application Fee

There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

$0
Transfer Credit Evaluation

AMU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.6

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Ebooks

Thanks to the University Book Grant, all master's students receive no-cost ebooks.

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Why You Should Earn This Master's From AMU

Solid Foundation

This program exercises your legal research and writing skills, challenging you to use critical thinking to devise creative solutions to complex legal issues facing society. You also learn to design innovative legal solutions using technology.

Comprehensive Coursework

Core requirements cover the common foundational areas of study, such as criminal law, legal research and writing, property law, contract law, tort law, and constitutional law.

Focus Your Studies

Your remaining courses allow you to tailor your studies to align with your professional goals. Choose from AMU’s vast array of course options, including environmental law, cybersecurity, immigration law, homeland security and the law, sports law, and space law.

No Entrance Exam

Begin your studies quickly. AMU’s Master of Arts in Legal Studies does not require an LSAT or GRE® entrance exam, the program starts monthly, putting you in control.7

Professional Recognition

AMU is part of the American Public University System, which is an officially recognized member of the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC Member Number 5070). This program alone does not prepare you for the practice of law or admission to the bar of any state. Request information to learn more.

Ways to Save and Pay on Your Master's

Explore your options to make learning affordable.

Preferred Military Rate
$0 Out-of-Pocket Undergraduate Tuition Possible*
AMU gives all U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists the freedom to learn with our Preferred Military Rate.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and their families receive a tuition grant. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Eligible family members are parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents of veterans. Financial aid advisors help veterans navigate their education benefits too.
Scholarships and Loans
Scholarships are awards that do not need to be repaid. Loans do require repayment and come from banks, credit unions, credit cards, and private companies.
Federal Student Aid
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what you qualify for. Our advisors can answer questions about federal student aid.
Employer Benefits
Does your employer offer tuition assistance? Some organizations have partnerships with us that provide tuition benefits.
Personal Funds
We accept MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover, ApplePay®, GooglePay®, PayPal®, and e-checks. You can also use our Automatic Debit Plan to spread out payments.

* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, (parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents) are eligible for the Preferred Military Rate of $250/credit for undergraduate and master’s-level courses. The Preferred Military Rate, which is applied automatically, supersedes all other university grants and special rates, and cannot be combined with any other special promotions. Please note that a technology fee applies to master’s-level courses.

Joseph Gray

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Joseph Gray | USA (RET) | BA, Military History, MA, Military History
Chanda Chann

"Having my degree has opened a lot of doors, built my confidence, and changed my life as a professional."10

Chanda Chann | Military Spouse | BA, Management, MBA, Business Administration
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Earl Day | USMC Veteran | BS, Fire Science Management

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