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The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) at UPIKE is a fully online graduate program designed for professionals who want to deepen their understanding of the law. This one-year program equips students with practical legal knowledge that applies directly to careers in human resources, healthcare, compliance, business, education, criminal justice and more. Whether you’re navigating contracts, managing risk or working in public service, the MLS provides a strong legal foundation to help you lead with confidence and clarity.
100% online
30 credit hours
Competitive tuition
The MLS program is designed with working professionals in mind. With a fully online format, no GRE or LSAT requirement and the option to complete the program in just one year, you can earn a graduate legal credential while balancing your work and life commitments.
You don’t need to be a future attorney to benefit from a legal education. The MLS is built for professionals in fields like human resources, healthcare, public policy, education and law enforcement who need to understand legal systems, contracts, regulations and workplace rights to lead effectively. It’s the legal edge without law school.
Courses like Employment Law, Legal Writing and Research, and Contract Drafting give you the skills to read and interpret legal texts, understand workplace regulations and navigate complex compliance issues. You’ll graduate with practical legal knowledge that immediately applies to your career.
MLS Faculty are experienced scholars of American legal and political thought. With a focus on real-world application and civic engagement, this program prepares students not just to understand the law, but to use it to serve their communities.
The UPIKE MLS is priced affordably to allow students with a busy schedule to complete their degree.
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