LL.M. in American Law for Foreign Lawyers Tuition

Students in the LL.M. in American Law for Foreign Lawyers program pay the same fees as out-of-state J.D. students.  The tuition and expenses estimated for the 2009-2010 academic year are as follows:

Tuition and Fees

 **$25,891.20
Books and Supplies

$1,000.00
Room and Board
$9,000.00
Insurance
$1,159.00
Miscellaneous
$3,000.00
TOTAL
$40,050.20

*Graduate tuition and fees are based on 2008-2009 fees for 12 credit hours per semester for two terms. Students must register for a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester.

**Foreign nationals who have been legal residents of Florida for more than one year may qualify for in-state tuition, which was $9,881.28 for the 2008-09 school year.

Students from Latin American and Caribbean countries may qualify for a $500 scholarship and in-state tuition.

The law school does not have other tuition waivers or scholarships available for students in the LL.M. in American Law for Foreign Lawyers program. Applicants are encouraged to seek financial assistance through their governments or other outside sources.

Certification of Financial Responsibility

Florida State University is required by U.S. federal regulations to verify the financial resources of each applicant prior to issuing the Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20 or IAP-66). Please complete the Certification of Financial Responsibility Form and submit it along with verification of support (bank statements, award letters, scholarships, etc.). You must show proof of financial support for the first year of study and demonstrate availability of funds for the length of your academic program.