Eligibility | Fall Semester Start | Overview | Application Deadlines | How to Apply | International Students | Suggested Timeline | I've Applied: What's Next?
Enrollment Eligibility
Applicants to the Oregon LLM program must have earned a JD from an accredited US law school or hold a law degree (LLB or equivalent) from a non-US program of legal education.
Fall Semester Program Start
The LLM Program operates on a fall-start academic calendar, ensuring that all LLM students benefit from a structured, sequenced curriculum, full course availability, and seamless integration into the law school community. To maintain program integrity, academic continuity, and student experience, Oregon Law no longer allows off-cycle admissions for its LLM program. All LLM students must begin their studies in the Fall semester (August start date), and applications will only be considered for Fall admission.
Application Process Overview
The LLM Advisory Committee reviews each LLM application. Admission decisions are based on your academic record, legal research and writing skills, English language proficiency (if applicable), work or volunteer experience related to the concentration sought, recommendations from professors or employers, and your demonstrated interest in the LLM concentration to which you are applying. Please review our Technical Standards for all JD and LLM students.
After the Committee review of your file is complete, you will be notified of the admissions decision via email. Please see the Applications Deadlines table below for decision notification dates for each application round.
Once admitted, you will receive a link for paying a non-refundable $500 tuition deposit. Paying the seat deposit is the final step to secure your spot in the program.
Application Deadlines
Why apply early? An early application increases your chances to obtain international student scholarships or domestic student scholarships. Questions? Please use our online inquiry form or email llminfo@uoregon.edu
Application Opens on September 1
ADMISSION ROUND | APPLICATION DUE | DECISION NOTIFICATION |
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Round 1 (Early Decision 1) | October 15 | November 1 |
Round 2* (Early Decision 2) | November 15 | December 1 |
Rolling admissions after Round 2 with specific deadlines for international and domestic applicants |
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Round 3** | March 15 | April 1 |
Round 4 | May 15 | June 1 |
After May 15: Applications considered on case-by-case basis |
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* To be considered for University of Oregon scholarships, apply on or before Round 2. All candidates will be considered for tuition discounts through Round 4 as funding is available.
** International candidates should apply on or before Round 3. After March 15, international candidate applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply
You may apply to the Oregon LLM program through LSAC, our internal portal, or via email by sending the required application materials directly to llminfo@uoregon.edu.
Required Application Materials
Materials | Description |
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Official Transcripts | Sent directly from all colleges and universities attended and degrees conferred (in English or official English translation) and any college or university degree program that you are currently pursuing, if applicable. Official paper or electronic transcripts are accepted. |
Legal Writing Sample | Submit a piece of writing (in English) that demonstrates your legal writing, research, and analytical abilities. (For example, a paper on a legal topic, a court brief or other legal document, written solely by the applicant.) |
Resume or Curriculum Vitae | The document should detail your work experience, education, and, if applicable, admission to practice law. |
Personal Statement | 250-500 word statement describing your interest in applying to Oregon Law's LLM program. |
Two Letters of Recommendation | Letter from employers, professors, or colleagues that discuss your academic achievements, professional work, and legal research and writing abilities. Please submit no more than three recommendation letters. |
$50 Non-refundable Application Fee | International applicants and applicants who apply through LSAC are exempt. |
Statement of Financial Need (Optional) | Complete the optional Statement of Financial Need form to self-disclose financial need. We will use the information provided when considering possible merit- and need-based scholarships. |
TOEFL or IELTS Official Results (International Students) | Required for applicants whose native language is not English. Test results cannot be older than two years (24 months) from the testing date. See below for more information. |
International Students
English Proficiency: TOEFL and IELTS
Applicants whose native language is not English must fulfill additional language proficiency requirements. ("Native language" is defined as the language you spoke as your primary language in childhood and continuing through the rest of your education.)
Non-native English speakers must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score with their application materials. Test results cannot be older than two years (24 months) from the testing date. The LLM program’s English language proficiency requirements are provided below.
Degree Program | Min TOEFL score | Min iELTS SCORE |
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General LLM | 88 | 7.0 |
LLM + Legal English & US Law Foundations | 62-87 | 6.0 |
Official TOEFL or IELTS scores should be submitted directly to Oregon Law (Institution Code 4846, Department Code 03).
Degree from certain English-speaking countries: The University of Oregon Division of Graduate Studies accepts as evidence of English proficiency a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent from an institution in one of the following countries: Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom. We are unable to accept certificates of English as a mode of instruction to satisfy this requirement.
The program may require additional verification of language proficiency at a graduate level.
Suggested LLM Admission Timeline
OCTOBER 15
Submit application for priority admission
Submitting by October 15 increases your chances of receiving merit- and need-based scholarships and provides ample time for international students to navigate the visa process.
NOVEMBER 1
Receive notification of admission decision
If you applied by October 15, you will receive your admissions decision by November 1. You will automatically be considered for tuition funding support.
DECEMBER
Secure your spot in the program by paying the $500 seat deposit. Explore additional financing options.
The seat deposit finalizes your spot in the program and will be applied to your program tuition. If interested, apply international student scholarships or domestic student scholarships.
JANUARY
Receive I-20 and Pay I-901 SEVIS fee (international students)
Provide UO’s ISSS office the requisite documentation to receive your I-20. Then, complete the I-901 form using the information from your I-20 and pay the $350 SEVIS fee. (The I-20 and SEVIS fee are required to apply for an F-1 student visa and for entry to the US)
FEBRUARY
Obtain your F-1 visa (international students)
Schedule a visa interview at the nearest US embassy or consulate as soon as possible. You will use the SEVIS ID to schedule the interview, but you must present the printed, signed & dated copy of the I-20 you received via email to the consular officer when you attend your visa interview.
March
Start your housing search
Reach out to the LLM office at llminfo@uoregon.edu for additional guidance on housing options.
APRIL
Submit health documents (required) and request disability accommodations (optional)
Satisfy UO's health requirements for enrollment, and make an appointment with the Accessible Education Center to request accommodations support.
MAY
Pre-register for fall classes
We will automatically register you for any required courses, and you will complete a pre-registration form to indicate your preferred fall semester courses/electives.
JUNE
Begin travel planning
Book flights or plan your route. International students should notify ISSS and the LLM Program of your travel plans and expected arrival date.
JULY
Arrive in Eugene and get settled
International students coming to the U.S. with an F-1 visa may enter the U.S. up to 30 days before the program start date on your I-20.
Early August
Finalize course registration and participate in LLM orientation activities
You will be provided an itinerary of pre-semester activities designed to prepare you for the start of classes.
I’ve Applied: What’s Next?
Thank you for submitting your application to the LLM Program at Oregon Law. Here’s what to expect in the coming weeks:
- Your application will be under review at the close of the application round in which you applied.
- You will receive an admission decision via email by the notification date provided.
- If you applied before the deadline, you will automatically be considered for a tuition discount scholarship.
While You Wait
- Learn more about Oregon Law’s exceptional educational offerings and renowned faculty.
- Discover what makes Eugene, Oregon, a welcoming and inspiring place to study.
- Chat with our program staff about questions you may have about our degree requirements, the visa process, housing options, or anything else on your mind.
We look forward to staying in touch and supporting you through the process.