harvard university llm: Fees, Living Costs, Test Scores, Visa Process, Work during Study, Entry Requirements.

Harvard University L.L.M Fees, Eligibility, Admission & Deadlines

Cambridge, MassachusettsLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1636established year
22947enrollment
Private (Not for Profit)
7.1/10

Master of Law [L.L.M]

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$80,760 /Yr


Important Alert

  • Application deadline for 2026 Intake - Dec 1, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$80760

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing$18900
Food$6334

Tuition Fee per credit: $2884.28

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$52456
2021$70430

Important Dates

Kindly note that the deadlines for 2026 intake are tentative and are yet to be confirmed

EventApplication Date
Application deadline for 2026 Intake Dec 1, 2025

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

School

Harvard Law School

Acceotance Rate 11.25%

Academic Requirement

Applicants must hold a first degree in law (J.D. or equivalent). A strong academic record is expected.

Prerequisites

Strong academic background, leadership potential, and interest in advancing legal knowledge.

English Language Requirements

TOEFL minimum score of 100 (Internet-based). IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 70 & Duolingo: 160

Work Experience

Work experience is not required, but applicants should demonstrate leadership and academic achievements.

Application Fee

$85 non-refundable

Documents Required

  • Online application form
  • CV/Résumé
  • Personal statement
  • Transcript(s) (including diplomas for all degrees that have been received)
  • Recommendations (at least two)
  • Financial Aid application

Interview

Interviews may be required for some applicants, conducted in person or virtually.

Credits a minimum of 23 credits and a maximum of 28 credits in one academic year

Scores Required

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

70 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

125 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

85

Application Fees

28

ECTS Credits

Harvard Law School doesn't have a minimum GPA for the LL.M. program, but the median GPA for the entering class is usually around 3.92


Ranking

202520242023202220212020201920182017

Times Higher Education logo
Law 2 out of 301 in Global Ranking
( #2 out of 71 in USA 2025)

QS World University logo
Law 1 out of 400 in Global Ranking
( #1 out of 59 in USA 2025)

US News logo
Law 6 out of 195 in Global Ranking
( #5 out of 134 in USA 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Harvard Law need based aidupto $35,000All admitted students are considered based on their financial need



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University of PhoenixScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
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Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,207/Yr$1,207Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based

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