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Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Law Degree Required

Credit Hours

Term Length

Next Start

Cost Per Credit

24

7 Weeks

Jan 13

$2,011*

*Before Scholarship

Master of Science (M.S.)

Bachelor's Required

Credit Hours

Term Length

Next Start

Cost Per Credit

30

7 Weeks

Jan 13

$1,591*

*Before Scholarship

Advanced Certificate

Bachelor's Required

Credit Hours

Term Length

Next Start

Cost Per Credit

9

7 Weeks

Jan 13

$1,591*

*Before Scholarship

Take charge of your career with specialized legal education tailored to your professional ambitions and passions. Our cutting edge, practical knowledge driven curriculum will equip you with advanced knowledge and skills designed for both legal and industry professionals.

“The degree is more than this piece of paper you're getting. You can actually use the knowledge.”

-Maria Vivieros, LL.M. '23

At Albany Law, our 100% online graduate programs will prepare you to be the bridge between businesses, organizations, and the ever-changing legal landscape. Our specialized online graduate degrees and advanced certificates are designed for professionals who aim to advance their careers and gain a boost in a competitive job environment while acquiring knowledge that has everyday practical application. Study around your schedule with flexible pacing in an asynchronous learning environment without compromising quality as top-of-their-field practitioner faculty guide your studies.

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Online Graduate Program Highlights

Prepare to lead and achieve your career aspirations with one of Albany Law’s online graduate programs. Our online LL.M.  degrees, Master of Science degrees, and Advanced Certificates provide you with the knowledge and know-how to succeed in your field of interest.

No matter which online program you choose, the LL.M., Master of Science, or Advanced Certificate, you’ll benefit from:

    We know that you have specific goals and interests when it comes to pursuing specialized education. At Albany Law, you can gain the expertise you want without taking classes you don’t need. You’ll also learn from practitioner faculty members  throughout your LL.M., Master of Science degree, and Advanced Certificate courses who are at the forefront of their careers and work in the areas in which they teach.

    One of the most significant benefits of our unique program is that lawyers and industry professionals learn alongside each other. Students have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of individuals on 'both sides of the bridge.' Alumni often tell us that they gained a better understanding of the balance between what stakeholders are looking for and what the law requires.

    Our faculty aren't just professors in a classroom. They are thought leaders at the top of their fields, excelling in the industry they teach. Your coursework will be taught by experts who provide feedback that is current and relevant to today's laws, regulations, and challenges. 

    You are more than just a number on a roster at Albany Law. With small class sizes, your professor is able to provide you with personalized feedback and guidance in your coursework. Additionally, you will build connections with your fellow students through class discussions and study groups, supporting each other as you learn new concepts. 

    Alumni Spotlights

      Daniels '22 Focusing on the Human Elements of Cybersecurity

      Cari Daniels '22 MS/CSDP leverages her Albany Law School education in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy to enhance her role as an Information Security Analyst at UNC Health, focusing on the human elements of cybersecurity and bridging the gap between privacy and security.

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      Cari Daniels '22

      Career in Financial Compliance Boosted by Albany Law Certificate

      Isaly Flores transitioned from finance to compliance, leveraging her analytical skills and attention to detail, and enhanced her career by pursuing a Certificate in Compliance at Albany Law School, which uniquely offered an online format that aligned with her professional development needs.

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      Isaly Flores

      Callahan Leveraging Albany Law’s Master of Science for Advocacy Career Growth

      "I knew the JD path was always going to be an option, but the idea of jumping right into something activism-focused was the first time I was really excited about something post-grad. I thought that I should take that and run with it." 

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      Maura Callahan

      Kazmi ’19 Returns to Albany Law for a Specialized Look into Health Law

      Wajiha Kazmi ’19, captivated by health law during her J.D. at Albany Law School, now pursues an LL.M in Health Law and Compliance while working as in-house counsel, appreciating the program's flexibility and relevance to her role at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

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      Wajiha Kazmi ’19

      Sports Industry Professional, Abbey Paduano, M.S. '22, Chooses Albany Law for Master’s Degree

      Abbey Paduano, M.S. '22 discovered her passion for HR through Albany Law's online program in Human Resources: Law, Leadership & Policy, balancing coursework with her career and finding invaluable skills to enhance her role in the sports industry.

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      Abbey Paduano, M.S. '22

      Accreditation

      Albany Law School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the American Bar Association (which accredits only J.D. programs).

      Contact Us

      Albany Law Graduate Admissions
      graduateadmissions@albanylaw.edu
      518-445-2365

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