Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Columbus, Ohio

With a metropolitan population of more than 1.5 million residents, 20% of which consists of various ethnic minorities, Columbus is a stimulating, urban environment. Centrally located in the state of Ohio, the Columbus metropolitan area is headquarters for five Fortune 500 companies and more than 700 law firms.

The economy thrives with a strong mix of government, service, retail, and manufacturing, yet Columbus has a cost of living that is significantly lower than other major cities. Columbus celebrates its diverse heritage with over 12 ethnic/cultural festivals each year.

The Moritz College of Law is less than three miles from the heart of the city's center, which is easily accessible by public transportation. Moreover, its many ties to area law firms, the Ohio Legislature, the Ohio Supreme Court, and numerous federal, state, and county courts and governmental agencies, as well as other legal entities, provide access to an extraordinary range of learning opportunities.

The Ohio State University has long attracted a wide range of international students. Currently there are 3600 international students on campus, and 1500 visiting international scholars. A significant number of OSU's students study abroad, and more than two-thirds of its faculty have significant international involvement.

OSU has more than 300 formal partnerships with universities in 52 countries. An infrastructure of support and resources are in place to serve Ohio State's international student population.

Beyond classroom learning and involvement with student organizations, law students may take advantage of the many athletic, cultural, recreational, and social events occurring in the city of Columbus. From musical and drama productions to the excitement of professional and Big Ten sports, law students have a nearly unlimited number of opportunities to enjoy their "down" time.

Columbus, Ohio, combines the sophistication and diversity of a large east-or-west coast city with the low cost of living and manageable lifestyle of the Midwest. It is the destination of choice for international students.

Ohio State University

As a Moritz LL.M. student, you become part of The Ohio State University and all that it has to offer. Ranked by U.S. News & World Reports as one of the top 20 public universities, OSU also has 30 graduate programs or specializations in the top 25, with 19 of those in the top 10.

OSU has long attracted a wide range of international students. Currently there are 3600 international scholars on campus and 1500 visiting international scholars.

OSU has more than 300 formal partnerships with universities in 52 countries and has an infrastructure of support and resources in place to serve OSU's international student population.

With its hundreds of student organizations, wide range of activities and close proximity to downtown Columbus, German Village and the Short North, OSU students never lack for something exciting to do with their free time.