Eligibility | Deadlines | Application Process | TOEFL/IELTS Requirements | International Student Financial Requirements | Admission Procedure | 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.
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.
Deadlines
Oregon Law operates on a semester-based academic calendar. The LLM program accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Applicants to the LLM + Legal English & US Law Foundations degree are required to begin their studies in Fall Semester (August start).
Applicants to the General LLM degree program may apply to begin their studies in with Fall Semester (August start) or Spring Semester (January start).
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 hadleyu@uoregon.edu.
Fall Semester Program Start
Applicant Status | Deadline |
|---|---|
*International applicants | June 30 |
Domestic applicants or those with current F-1 visas | July 31 |
Spring Semester Program Start (General LLM degree only)
APPlicant Status | Deadline |
|---|---|
International applicants | November 1 |
Domestic applicants or those with current F-1 visas | December 15 |
*We highly encourage international applicants to apply no later than March 15 for matriculation in Fall Semester (August) and October 15 for matriculation in Spring Semester (January) to allow for time to complete the visa application process if admitted to the program.
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 |
|---|---|
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. |
International Student Financial Statement | Supporting documents are required for the visa application process. See International Student Financial Statements below for more information. |
TOEFL or IELTS Official Results | 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 take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam. A minimum TOEFL score of 600 on the paper test or 88 on the Internet-based test is required. If you take the IELTS, a minimum score of 7.0 is required. Official TOEFL or IELTS scores should be submitted directly to Oregon Law ((Institution Code 4846, Department Code 03). Test results cannot be older than two years (24 months) from the testing date.
Applicants may also be invited to participate in an applicant interview to demonstrate English language proficiency.
Degree Program | Min TOEFL score | Min iELTS SCORE |
|---|---|---|
General LLM | 88 | 7.0 |
LLM + Legal English & US Law Foundations | 62-87 | 6.0-6.5 |
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.
Financial Statements
International students must demonstrate that they have sufficient financial resources for educational and living expenses while studying in the United States for the duration of your degree program before a Certificate of Eligibility (Form 1-20 or DS-2019) can be issued by the University of Oregon.
Supporting documents (no more than six months old) must be submitted with the International Student Financial Statement.
Supporting documents can be:
- Bank statement or certificate of balance that contains the bank's seal or signed by a bank official on official letterhead indicating account opening date and current balance;
- Scholarship or sponsorship letter verifying the amount, source, and length of the award.
All financial documentation must represent liquid assets which are immediately available to pay for your studies at the University of Oregon School of Law.
Admissions Procedure and Deposit
The LLM Advisory Committee will begin the review of your file once all of your documents have been submitted. After the review is complete, you will be notified of the admissions decision, typically within 4-6 weeks of your submission date.
Once admitted, you will receive a link for paying a non-refundable $500 tuition deposit. Paying the seat deposit finalizes your commitment to the program.
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 is now under review by the Admissions Committee, which meets at the beginning of each month.
- Depending on when you applied, you will receive an admission decision within 4–6 weeks via email.
- 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.