The Extended LL.M. with Certificate in American Legal English is intended for students whose English skills, as demonstrated by their TOEFL scores, have not reached the level required for admission into the regular LL.M. degree program.
Application Checklist
Please be aware that the Graduate Admissions Committee does not review applications until we have received all required documentation. Applicants are encouraged to keep a copy of their completed application and supporting documents, as all application materials become the property of Georgetown and will not be returned.
- Application Form
- $80 Application Fee*
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement
- Transcripts or LLMCAS (required for international applicants)
- Law School’s Registrar’s Certification
- Personal Reference Forms
- TOEFL
(required for all Extended LL.M. applicants; score should be in the range of 540-580 on the paper-based test, 207-240 on the computer-based test, or 76-93 on the internet-based test)
- Grading System Sheet (foreign-educated applicants only)
Please click on each requirement above for a more complete description.
Please note that the tuition for the Extended LL.M. with Certificate in American Legal English program is two years of full-time tuition.
*Late applications might be accepted after the application deadline if there is space available in the class. If late applications are accepted, the application fee is increased to $100.
Admission Requirements
Please see the General Admission Requirements for Lawyers Educated Outside of the U.S.
