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비 고 | |
학교 |
: University of Georgia Law School | |
프로그램 |
: LL.M. |
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랭킹 |
: 29위 | |
입학생 수 |
: Enrollment in the LL.M. program is limited to 25 students each year | |
원서마감일 |
: 2015.2.1 – Application deadline for priority consideration for scholarships. 2015.5.15 – Final application deadline | |
원서전형료 |
: $100 |
No January admissions |
Website |
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성적표 |
: to either LSAC or U GA Law School. |
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추천서 |
: to either LSAC or U GA Law School. |
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TOEFL |
: 80 (20 for both Speaking and Writing) / IELTS 6.5 (no individual band score below 6.0) | |
Essay |
: An essay of approximately 500 words that indicates why you wish to attend the LL.M. program at UGA and which track you intend to pursue. | |
Resume |
: PDF 로 |
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학비 및 생활비 |
: $38,672 (tuition) Total: $51,967 | |
기타 |
: Applying for Scholarships(장학금 혜택)The University of Georgia School of Law, in conjunction with the University of Georgia Graduate School, offers two types of scholarships to a limited number of outstanding LL.M. applicants each year. These scholarships are awarded primarily based on merit, but also take into consideration an applicant’s financial need. Scholarship offers are made between February 1, 2015 and April 15, 2015 for the 2015-2016 academic year. The two types of scholarships offered are the Tuition Equalizing Scholarship (TES) and the Graduate Assistantship (GA). The TES award reduces the tuition rate from non-resident to the resident rate. The GA award covers tuition and also provides a monthly stipend of approximately $1,300/month to help cover expenses. As mentioned above, the number of these scholarships is limited. Applicants are encouraged to pursue other funding options. | |
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FAQ |
LL.M. Frequently Asked QuestionsGeneral Questions about the LL.M. Program: · What is the focus of the program? The program offers an LL.M. without reference to specialization. Students receive instruction in legal research and writing designed specifically for foreign-trained law graduates and are able to choose from the wide range of courses available to JD students to fulfill degree requirements. Students may choose the All-Courses track or the Essay track. · Can I specialize? Although we offer no certificate programs and confer the LL.M. degree without reference to specialization, you can specialize in an area of your choosing by selecting specific subject matter courses from our expansive curriculum. You are not required to specialize. If you prefer, you can study varied courses in major subject areas of U.S. law. · How long is the program? One year, comprised of the fall and spring terms. It starts in mid-August and exams end in May. Students must complete a minimum of 24 credit hours. In limited circumstances, students may be allowed to extend their studies into the summer term. · What are the dates of the program? The mandatory LL.M. orientation program will take place in mid-August 2015. Fall semester classes begin in mid-August immediately following orientation. Winter break is from mid-December to January the first week of January, with spring classes starting the first week of January. Commencement (graduation ceremony) is in mid-May. · Do you admit students to begin the LL.M. program in the spring or summer semesters? No, LL.M. students begin in the fall semester only. · Do you have a part-time or summer LL.M. program? No. The LL.M. program is full-time only. · How many students are in the program? Generally, there are 15-25 students each year. · What is the cost? Tuition and fees total $38,672 for the year for non-residents of Georgia. · How much does it cost to live in Athens? Housing, food, personal expenses, books and transportation will cost approximately $11,500 for the fall and spring terms. · How can I pay my tuition and fees? Students can pay with cash, check, on-line with credit/debit card (American Express, Discover and MasterCard ONLY), web check, ACH, Secure Vault Payment and financial aid. Graduate assistants can use the payroll deduct payment option to pay fees only. · Is there any financial aid available? If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may qualify for financial aid loans from the U.S. government. The University of Georgia School of Law cannot certify educational loans for students who are not U.S. permanent residents or U.S. citizens. All applicants may be eligible for a Tution Equalizing Scholarship or a Graduate Assistantship scholarship, but the majority of your costs will need to be covered by your own finances or loans secured through private granting agencies or your government. For more information, see the Tuition & Expenses page. · Is there on-campus housing available? Although most students choose to live off campus, there is on-campus housing available. Visit the Family and Graduate Housing page for more information. Contact the office of International Student Life for assistance in securing off-campus housing. · When will I get my I-20? Once an applicant has been approved for admission and provided the required proof of finances, the I-20 will be issued by the University of Georgia Office of International Education. This process may take 3 to 4 weeks. · How do I obtain a visa? If admitted, you will be sent the required forms to apply for a visa with the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Applying to the LL.M. Program: · Do you require the LSAT for admission to the LL.M. program? No. · What are the requirements for admission? Applicants must have the equivalent of a juris doctorate degree from a law school outside of the U.S. They must also have fulfilled the educational requirements for admission to practice law in a country other than the United States, and will need to demonstrate English fluency. • Official transcripts and proof of degree with appropriate translations. • An essay of approximately 500 words that indicates why you wish to attend the LL.M. Program at UGA and which track you intend to pursue. • A current resume or CV • Program of Study Form • Two (2) letters of recommendation • Official TOEFL or IELTS score · What are the TOEFL and IELTS score requirements? The minimum TOEFL score required to be considered for admission is 80, with no less than a score of 20 in the Speaking section and no less than a score of 20 in the Writing section. The minimum IELTS score required to be considered for admission is 6.5, with no individual band score below 6.0. TOEFL or IELTS scores are not required for those applicants for whom English is a native language or for those applicants who have a degree from a college or university whose language of instruction is English. English language certificate programs do not meet the requirements for a waiver. The University of Georgia School of Law LL.M. program does not offer conditional admission under any circumstances. To request a waiver of the TOEFL or IELTS requirement, contact intlgrad@uga.edu. · Where is information about applying for the TOEFL and/or IELTS? Contact Educational Testing Services (ETS). For IELTS visit their website at www.ielts.org. · What is the University of Georgia School of Law TOEFL reporting code? The University of Georgia School of Law institutional TOEFL reporting code is 5813. · How many letters of reference do you require? Two. Letters should be submitted directly from the recommender to the LL.M. Credential Assembly Service (LLM CAS). · Where do I send the application materials? Students should apply through the LLM CAS. Applicants who cannot use the LSAC LLM CAS application system, either due to financial constraints or inability to reliably access the internet, may request the application forms via e-mail or post. Contact intlgrad@uga.edu to request these materials. · Who can apply? The LL.M. program in is for candidates who have received or will receive prior to enrolling at the University of Georgia School of Law a law degree from a law school outside of the U.S. and have fulfilled educational requirements for admission to practice law in a country other than the U.S. Graduates of U.S. law schools are ineligible. · How do I apply? For complete instructions, visit our How to Apply page. · When should I apply? All application documents must be received by May 15 to be considered for fall admission. Priority consideration for scholarships will be given to applicants who have submitted all required materials by February 1. Admissions Decisions: · If I am admitted, but am unable to attend, is it possible to defer my admission until the next year? Deferrals are granted on a case by case basis for compelling reasons, such as the inability to secure a visa or financial hardship. In any case, deferrals cannot be extended beyond one year. Scholarship offers are not deferrable. · How long does the admission process take? The LL.M. admissions committee begins reviewing files in August. An admission decision is generally reached within 2-3 weeks of receipt of all application documents. Degree Requirements: · What courses can I take? In addition to the required courses, LL.M. candidates generally may take any courses offered at the School of Law subject to the course prerequisites or the permission of the instructor. · Do LL.M. students take courses with J.D. students? All courses for LL.M. students except for Legal Research and Writing for International Students will be comprised of both LL.M. students and J.D. students. · Must I write an essay or thesis? No. Only students who are interested in going into academia should choose the Essay track. Other students should choose the All-Courses track and will not be required to write an essay. After Earning an LL.M.: · Are LL.M. graduates eligible to take a bar examination? A handful of U.S. states, including Georgia, New York and California permit foreign law grads to sit for their bar examinations if they meet specific requirements*. The curriculum of the University of Georgia LL.M. program offers students the courses they need to meet the curricular requirements for these bar examinations. The Georgia bar examiners require that a foreign-trained attorney have licensure to practice in a foreign country prior to taking the bar examination. Neither New York nor California require foreign licensure prior to taking the bar examination.
*The rules regarding bar exam eligibility are subject to change, and therefore the University of Georgia LL.M. program does not guarantee any student's eligibility to take the bar examination. Applicants interested in taking any bar examination should visit that state’s bar examination website and other resources for full information regarding eligibility rules. · If I receive an LL. M. degree from the University of Georgia School of Law, am I eligible for admission to New York Bar? If you plan to take the New York Bar, please review the New York Bar Exam eligibility requirements for foreign-trained attorneys. · What courses can I take to satisfy the New York Bar eligibility requirement of Section 520.6 of the Rules of the Court of Appeals? The complete list can be found here. · What are the requirements for graduation? Successful completion of a total of 24 credit hours, including o Legal Research and Writing for LL.M. students (3 hours) o Constitutional Law I or Civil Procedure I (3 hours) o Law and the Ethics of Lawyering (3 hours) · Who do I contact for information about the LL.M. program? Call, email, or write: University of
Georgia School of Law | |
Program OverviewFlexible Curriculum An important characteristic of the LL.M. program is the flexible approach offered in fashioning an individual program for each student. Georgia Law has a comprehensive curriculum with course work offered in all major areas of U.S. law. Students take 10 to 14 course credit hours each semester.
The LL.M. degree is awarded upon successful completion of or approximately eight courses, typically completed in one the academic year. Of those 24 credit hours, there are three required courses comprising nine credit hours for all LL.M. students: Legal Research and Writing for LL.M. Students, The Law and the Ethics of Lawyering, and either Constitutional Law I or Civil Procedure I.
Other than the Legal Research and Writing for LL.M. course designed specifically for foreign-trained lawyers, and an optional Introduction to U.S. Law course available only to LL.M.students, all other courses will be comprised of both LL.M. and J.D. students. LL.M. students for whom English is a second language will normally be given 50% extra time on all in class timed examinations. Additionally, such students will be permitted to use and English translation dictionary during exams.
LL.M. candidates may choose the All-Courses track or the Essay track. The All-Courses track gives students the opportunity to create an individualized program of study by selecting courses specific to their interests from the School of Law's extensive curriculum. The LL.M. degree offered at the University of Georgia is awarded without reference to specialization, although such specialization may be apparent from the student's study program. Those students who opt for the Essay track must write a scholarly paper 60-90 pages in length for six credits under the supervision of a faculty member. The LL.M. degree is awarded upon the successful completion of 24 hours of course credit during an academic year.
1. All Courses Track
Requirements - (9 hours) · Legal Research and Writing for LL.M. students (3 hours) · Constitutional Law I or Civil Procedure I (3 hours) · Law and the Ethics of Lawyering (3 hours)
Electives - (15 hours) · Students may choose courses in their area of interest to satisfy the additional 15 credit hour requirement.
2. Essay Track
Requirements - (15 hours) · Legal Research and Writing for LL.M. students (3 hours) · Constitutional Law I or Civil Procedure I (3 hours) · Law and the Ethics of Lawyering (3 hours) · A 60-90 page essay supervised by a full-time mentor of the law faculty (6 hours)
Electives - (9 hours) · Students may choose courses in their area of interest to satisfy the additional 9 credit hour requirement.
Degree Approval At the end of the second semester of resident study, the Law School will review the LL.M. candidate’s academic record. Each LL.M. candidate is required to maintain a 2.7 (B-) average for all the course work. When all requisites are fulfilled, graduation is authorized by the deans of the School of Law and of the Graduate School.
Orientation LL.M. students are introduced to the University of Georgia before the beginning of classes through the optional orientation program sponsored by International Student Life. International Student Life offers a week-long orientation for foreign-educated students in late July/early August. All LL.M. candidates are required to participate in a School of Law LL.M. orientation program in August before classes begin.
Highlights from the ISL orientation program include information concerning immigration issues, taxes for non-residents, housing assistance, course registration procedures, Social Security Cards, UGA payroll, cross-cultural adjustment, life in Athens and at the University of Georgia and campus tours. Past LL.M. students attest to the tremendous advantages of attending the International Student Orientation. All entering international LL.M. students are strongly encouraged to attend.
Facilities The school’s first-class learning facilities include Hirsch Hall, Dean Rusk Hall and the Alexander Campbell King Law Library—with more than 600,000 digital and print volumes. The Law Library provides resources and expertise to LL.M. students. It is also a bright and popular spot for students to study and prepare for class.
In addition to full access to all of the facilities of the Law School, LL.M. students at the University of Georgia also enjoy other benefits such as membership to the Ramsey Center. The Ramsey Center offers an indoor pool, basketball courts, racquetball courts, weights, fitness classes, and personal training. Also, students can enjoy the many sports and cultural events hosted by UGA.
LL.M. students may
also take advantage of The
University of Georgia’s Family and Graduate Housing facilities, designed
to provide convenient and comfortable living at a minimal cost. Nearly 1,300
graduate students and their families live in one- and two-bedroom apartments
in one of three on-campus communities. Off-campus housing options are also
available. Career Services and Bar Licensure Opportunities The mission of the Career Development Office (CDO) is to provide students with the tools, resources, and guidance necessary to enable them to secure fulfilling employment in line with their career goals and individual qualifications. Navigating the legal job search can be challenging, but CDO staff are committed to supporting students throughout the process.
CDO assists LLM students with a variety of services including: · Individual career counseling · Participation in the International Student Interview Program in New York City · Online job postings through Symplicity · Job search strategy · Résumé and cover letter critique · Online resources · Remote interviewing room (for video and telephone interviews) · Faxing and postage for job search-related materials · A handful of U.S. states, including Georgia, New York and California permit foreign law graduates to sit for their bar examinations if they meet specific requirements*. The curriculum of the University of Georgia LL.M. program offers students the courses they need to meet the curricular requirements for these bar examinations. The Georgia bar examiners require that a foreign-trained attorney have licensure to practice in a foreign country prior to taking the bar examination. Neither New York nor California require foreign licensure prior to taking the bar examination. |
News @ Georgia Law May 2014 Student Profile
Name: Mats Meyer
Age: 24
Hometown: Schoten, Belgium
Expected graduation year: 2014
Georgia Law achievements and awards: Graduate Assistant for Assistant
Professor Timothy Meyer
Georgia Law extracurricular activities: Sports & Entertainment Law
Society, Business Law Society and Trial Practice Association
Undergraduate degree/ institution/ year: J.D. / University of Alicante (Alicante,
Spain)/ 2013
1. What did you do before attending law school?
The university system is different in Spain. Unlike in the United States, we go
into law school right after we finish high school. My first year of law was
actually in Belgium. However, after a couple of months there I found I couldn’t
really adapt to my home country anymore, so I decided to move to Spain and
start my legal career there.
2. Why did you choose to attend the University of Georgia School of Law for
your Master of Laws in U.S. law?
My main career goal has always been to become a licensed attorney in New York.
This requires you to take the New York bar exam. However, foreign-trained
attorneys are required to take a Master’s program at an American Bar
Association accredited law school in order to meet the bar requirements. UGA
offered to best and most versatile program that would allow me to take the
required courses in American law. Furthermore, their graduate assistantship
program allowed me to finance my studies.
3. What inspired you to become a lawyer?
I believe in justice. I know this might sound cliché, but it’s true. I believe
that we, as lawyers, have the privilege to have the opportunity to make a
difference in people’s lives by gaining the necessary knowledge to apply those
abstract, and sometimes very confusing, principles of justice to day-to-day
cases.
4. What are your plans after graduation (if applicable)
Take the New York bar in July, and then it’s on to job searching for me!
5. Where do you see yourself 10 years from now?
Hopefully I will be an associate at an international law firm that will allow
me to grow both on a professional and on a personal level.
6. Who is your favorite Georgia Law professor? Why?
I must say Prof. David Shipley. His personality simply brightens up the
classroom. This is not always an easy task, especially not in a class like
Civil Procedure.
7. Thus far, what is your most memorable experience from your time at
Georgia Law?
Meeting all my wonderful friends. As an international student, being away from
your family back home can sometimes get lonely. Your friends become your
family.
8. What are some activities/clubs/clinics you are involved in at the law
school?
I try and get involved in as many projects as I can, especially those related
to entertainment law. So far, the different law school associations I have been
involved in have really done a good job in getting us closer to the practical
side of the areas of law they represent.
9. What made you decide to join/enroll in your corporate law classes?
I have always been more inclined towards intellectual property law. This was
because I wanted to specialize in entertainment law. However it never occurred
to me that a great deal of what goes on in the area of entertainment law is
actually business related. That why I decided to take multiple courses related
to corporate law, and so far, it has been great!
10. What do you enjoy most about the U.S. legal system?
As a civil law practitioner, practically everything we learn in law school is
based on statutes and legislation; translation: very boring and dry material
that does not give law students the necessary tools to actually know how to
apply those rules to a real life case. This causes us to be less prepared once
we enter our mandatory internships. In common law countries such as the United
States, most of the teaching is case-based. This makes the material much more
dynamic and gives you a very good idea on how the law applies to specific fact
patterns. I believe this allows us to be much more prepared for when we enter
the work force.
11. What has been your most rewarding experience through the LL.M. program
at Georgia Law?
It’s been a crazy ride from day one, but in a good way. Meeting new people,
exploring a new country, learning about a new legal system … It’s all been very
exciting.
12. How has this experience affected your career plans?
It has allowed me to have a better understanding of the U.S. legal system, as
well as to meet the requirements for the New York bar.
13. What are your hobbies?
Aside from law, travelling is definitely my biggest passion. Exploring new
cultures, new people, etc., opens the mind and the heart. It allows you to have
a different and broader view on things.
14. If you could share an afternoon with anyone, with whom would you choose
to spend it?
I think I speak for most of us girls when I say with Chris Hemsworth in his
Thor costume, for obvious reasons (wink)!
15. Where is your favorite place to study? Why?
The law library. It’s simply breathtaking.
16. What are two things you always have to have with you when you study?
My laptop and my highlighters. No student can live without either!
17. What do you like most about living in Athens?
I love that although it has the charms of a small southern town, there is
always something to do. It is very involved in the music scene, and I love it.
18. What do you do to handle the stress of law school?
Because I have been doing this for such a long time (J.D.s in Spain are five
years long), I have learned to calm down and take some perspective. My best
advice to first-year students is to work hard but also try and look at the
bigger picture. Many others have taken the same exams as you and have stressed
over it in the exact same way. They succeeded, and so will you.
19. What would you consider your greatest accomplishment in life?
Getting my graduate assistantship at UGA. My life goal has always been to
practice as a lawyer in New York City and getting to Georgia was a big step
towards that direction. I consider myself very lucky, since it was the only way
I could afford coming to the States and pursue my legal career here.
20. What is your favorite place on campus? Why?
The law library. I believe it’s the perfect place to sit down and focus on your
work. It’s a perfect setting to go and feel inspired.
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