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The one-year executive Master of Legal Studies program immerses students in the law and the intricacies of the U.S. legal system. You'll build a strong foundation for working with and understanding law and regulation—without the cost and time required to earn a JD.

The MLS program is offered either online or in person at the S.J. Quinney College of Law on the University of Utah campus.

Request Info About the Master of Legal Studies

Request Info About the Master of Legal Studies

The One-Year Legal Degree For Any Profession.

Convenient

AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN-PERSON

Efficient

ONE YEAR / THREE SEMESTERS

Powerful

LEGAL SKILLS TO ADVANCE ANY CAREER

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"The connections I made in the MLS program were life-changing. I gained a new network in my professors and classmates, and the curriculum expanded my horizons and my point of view."

Raelene Blocker, MLS ’19

CONTACT US

The admissions team is available to answer your questions — please fill out the request form above prior to scheduling via email, phone, zoom or in-person meeting. Most prospective and current MLS students should begin by scheduling with the program coordinator, Cassie Sarfati.

We are also able to schedule a tour of the law building for interested prospective applicants. 

Cassie Sarfati
Cassie Sarfati
MLS Coordinator
Emily Gonzalez
Emily Gonzalez
MLS Program Manager
Stephanie Peterson
Stephanie Peterson
MLS Program Director