Global Programs at KU Law
Overview
KU Law offers a first-class program in international law at a major research university. Students have access to courses in the areas most relevant to practice around the world.
The law school's degree programs for international students include the Two-Year J.D. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers, LL.M. in American Legal Studies and Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.).
International students are integrated completely into the law school community, receiving full use of services such as advising and career placement. Additional offerings include a summer Legal English Program, the opportunity to connect with overseas visiting scholars, and access to many international partners. S.J.D. and LL.M. students may also elect to participate in KU Law's Free Bar Prep Program.
Conferences and guest lectures, study abroad opportunities, international moot court programs, active student organizations and a friendly, cosmopolitan environment round out the experience. Set in one of the top-ranked college towns in the United States, the University of Kansas School of Law is an excellent place for international and domestic students to begin or expand their legal careers.
Degrees for International Students

Two-Year J.D. for Foreign-Trained Lawyers

LL.M. in American Legal Studies

Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.)
Complementary Programs

Legal English Program

Overseas Visiting Scholars Program

International Partners
International & Comparative Law Program

International & Comparative Law Curriculum

International Trade and Finance Certificate
Study Abroad Programs

Study Abroad with KU Law

Ireland Program

Istanbul Program
Request Information
Printable versions of KU Law’s international and comparative law program brochures are available by request. Please email kulawnews@ku.edu to request a copy of:
- International & Comparative Law Program - Multilingual Brochure
- International & Comparative Law Program Flier
- International & Comparative Law Program Flier - Spanish translation
- International & Comparative Law Program Flier - Hindi translation
- LL.M. Degree Program Flier
- S.J.D. Degree Program Flier
International Programs & Events
Questions?
Andrew Torrance
Associate Dean, International and Comparative Law
Paul E. Wilson Distinguished Professor of Law
torrance@ku.edu
785-864-9222