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Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University

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Master of Legal Studies

The online Master of Legal Studies program from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law teaches professionals from a variety of fields the fundamental legal skills they need to better execute their law-related responsibilities. Through a combination of live online classes, weekly self-paced course work, and in-person residencies, students learn to analyze legal concepts to make more informed decisions and enhance their professional credibility. No GRE or LSAT scores are required to apply.

  • No GRE or LSAT scores required to apply
  • Complete in as few as 12 months
  • Dispute resolution concentration available
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Program Highlights

  • The online Master of Legal Studies is designed to improve students’ expertise and capacity to understand legal issues, manage legal questions and controversies, and interact with lawyers, lawmakers, and the legal system.
  • Students will attend two residencies on Pepperdine’s beautiful campus in Malibu, California, where they will apply their newly acquired knowledge and network with faculty and classmates.
  • Students connect with Pepperdine Caruso School of Law faculty and classmates every week with live, face-to-face virtual classes. These small classes encourage lively debate through simulations and collaborative projects. Students complete weekly self-paced course work to inform discussion in class, incorporating diverse media and other interactive assignments.

Information last updated: July 2026