The Comparative Law MCL at USC Gould School of Law is a one-year graduate program for international LL.M. graduates who want to deepen their understanding of U.S. and comparative legal systems. You’ll study how legal traditions interact across jurisdictions and build skills for advanced legal practice and policy work.
The Comparative Law Master of Comparative Law (M.C.L.) program at the University of Southern California's Gould School of Law is a one-year graduate course designed for international LL.M. graduates. This program aims to enhance understanding of U.S. and comparative legal systems, focusing on how diverse legal traditions interact across different jurisdictions. Students will develop essential skills for advanced legal practice and policy work.
The M.C.L. curriculum integrates advanced studies in U.S. law with a comparative perspective. Students typically engage in a mix of required and elective courses throughout the academic year. Course offerings may include:
Academic focus areas include:
Note: For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding course offerings and any potential capstone or thesis requirements, please consult the USC Gould School of Law.
To be eligible for the M.C.L. program, applicants must have completed an LL.M. degree from a U.S. institution. Additional standardized test scores, such as GRE or GMAT, are not mandatory according to the program's guidelines.
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