{"id":695,"date":"2026-04-01T08:10:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T08:10:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/partnerships-edx.preprod.twoyou.co\/tuitionio\/?post_type=course&#038;p=695"},"modified":"2026-04-01T08:56:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T08:56:45","slug":"american-university-master-of-legal-studies-online","status":"publish","type":"course","link":"https:\/\/partnerships-edx.preprod.twoyou.co\/tuitionio\/course\/american-university-master-of-legal-studies-online\/","title":{"rendered":"American University Master of Legal Studies | Online"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enhance legal fluency and professional skills with the online Master of Legal Studies (MLS) from American University Washington College of Law. Created for non-lawyer professionals, this multidisciplinary program combines legal, business, and policy courses to help students navigate complex regulatory environments across various industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No GRE or LSAT required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Six specialization options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live online classes with flexible coursework<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One In-person immersion in Washington, D.C.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About this program<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The online Master of Legal Studies (MLS) offers professionals a solid foundation in legal principles and regulatory frameworks that impact modern organizations. Designed for individuals who engage with legal systems but do not plan to practice law, the program equips students with the knowledge needed to interpret legal concepts, assess regulatory environments, and make informed decisions within their organizations. Students can tailor their studies through specialized tracks that align with their professional goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Curriculum overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MLS curriculum combines legal theory with practical applications across various industries. 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