The M.L.S. program at Penn State Dickinson Law is ideal for professionals who work closely with lawyers, or with issues for which legal knowledge would be helpful or want a deeper understanding of the regulations that govern their work. The flexible, 30-credit program allows students to attend classes online and enroll in an array of courses, enabling concentration in various areas of law. The final Capstone Simulation course will require three to four full days of in-person exercises in either Carlisle or University Park.
Upon completion of the M.L.S. program at Penn State Dickinson Law, students will:
- have a foundational understanding of the key actors, institutions, and legal and policy authorities in the U.S. legal system;
- have the ability to distinguish between public and private law issues and an understanding of different sources of legal authority;
- develop essential skills in reading and navigating legal documents;
- develop essential skills in understanding the legislative process and effectively navigating complex regulatory landscapes;
- understand the prohibition of the unauthorized practice of law, the ethics related to their degree, and how and when to engage counsel;
- understand how law interacts with their profession and be able to analyze it in that context; and
- understand how administrative law, policy, and regulations impact communities differently, consistent with Penn State Dickinson Law’s commitment to antiracist legal education.
Penn State Dickinson Law's M.L.S. program will have three start dates each year: fall, spring, and summer. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Why Penn State Dickinson Law?
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Our legacy is your opportunity.
Penn State Dickinson Law offers all the resources of a world-class, public research institution while also featuring a student-centered academic environment. The classmates you study alongside will become your professional network, and you’ll get to see just how powerful community can be. Be part of a historic network of over 8,000 living law school alumni respected by the best legal minds in the world. With the Penn State Dickinson Law name, you will carry the respect of those who know that you have received a high-quality legal education.
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Some of the best legal minds in the country.
Our professors are lawyers and judges active in the legal community — and they have been for decades. They channel everything they know directly into the classroom, where they shape the lawyers of tomorrow. They’ll not only know your name, but they’ll also know where you shine and where you can grow. They’ll be your biggest supporters — and be the mentors you’ll have long after you graduate.
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The Penn State effect.
When you join Penn State, you gain access to the resources, experiences and network of a top research university with global reach. When you graduate, you will join a global alumni network of over 800,000 alumni and will find Penn State connections all across the world.
The final Capstone Simulation course requires three to four full days of in-person instruction in Carlisle or University Park.
Experience Penn State Dickinson Law today by taking our virtual tours. Walk the halls of each of our locations. See each of our buildings from every angle. Tour the picturesque towns of Carlisle and University Park. Familiarize yourself with our community and all it has to offer.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the M.L.S. program, please contact us by emailing DickinsonLawMLS@psu.edu or by submitting an inquiry form.