Earn graduate law certificates online in just three courses each. Focus on AI governance, cybersecurity, business law, corporate governance, or employment compliance. Each certificate stands alone or stacks toward the full Master of Science in Law. The certificate is awarded by the College of Law, your courses appear on your University of Illinois transcript, and certificate students are not eligible for federal financial aid. If you’re later admitted to the MS in Law, up to 12 credit hours of non-degree coursework (one full certificate) can count toward the degree.
Application Requirements
There is no cost to apply and no graduate school exam (LSAT, GRE, etc.) is required for admission. Instead, the application process is focused on your professional background, your goals, and how this program fits into your career goals. Application requirements include:
- Completed bachelor’s degree, Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent degree from a regionally accredited institution. The bachelor’s degree need not be in law.
- Completed application
- A current résumé/curriculum vitae
- Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended
- Required statements and essays
- All students admitted to an online certificate will need to meet minimum Graduate College requirements.
- An official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score report (if applicable)*
The minimum TOEFL score is 80 internet-based or Home Edition (institution code 1836). The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The minimum Duolingo score is 115.
*English Proficiency Requirements: All applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores, unless exempt.
Spring 2027 Start
Application Deadline: January 10
Classes Start: January 19