M.L.S. Program

The Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) program at Penn State Dickinson Law is a flexible, hybrid graduate degree program that combines online and in-person learning. Designed for professionals and aspiring leaders, the program provides a strong foundation in the U.S. legal system, public policy, and the regulatory frameworks that shape institutions, organizations, and society.

The Penn State Dickinson Law Difference

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.

A world-class faculty with a personal touch.

M.L.S. students benefit from a distinguished and committed full-time faculty complemented by adjunct faculty consisting of practicing attorneys and judges. The faculty at Penn State Dickinson Law bring extensive experience from years of legal practice and actively engage in national and international realms through their research and scholarship. At Penn State Dickinson Law, faculty members maintain an “open door” policy for M.L.S. students, fostering close mentorship and support. Explore more about Penn State Dickinson Law faculty.

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A generalized curriculum that supports specialized concentrations.

Penn State Dickinson Law offers a generalized M.L.S. degree program designed to allow students to concentrate in distinct areas of law. The inaugural Administration, Regulation, and Compliance track establishes a strong foundation for future program growth. The final Capstone Simulation course requires three to four full days of in-person instruction in Carlisle or University Park.

Consistent with Penn State's land grant mission of access and service, Penn State Dickinson Law offers one school with two vibrant locations in Pennsylvania: Carlisle and University Park. Both locations offer access to an affordable, high quality legal education and rich experiential, social, and cross-disciplinary academic opportunities.

Carlisle is the historic home of Penn State Dickinson Law, with unique access to the state capital in a bucolic setting. University Park is located on Penn State's largest campus, offering additional clinical and cross-disciplinary opportunities.

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.