Our Master of Legal Studies Human Trafficking Advocacy track offers a deep dive into the criminal law framework surrounding international and domestic human trafficking. Participants will explore victimology to gain insight into survivors’ experiences and needs while engaging with restorative justice practices designed to support their healing journey. Essential criminal procedures relevant to human trafficking cases will also be covered, providing advocates with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills needed to drive impactful change in this critical field.
Legal Fundamentals (3 units)
Contracts (3 units)
Torts (3 units)
Philosophy and Theology of Justice (3 units)
Business Organizations (3 units)
Criminal Law (3 Units)
International Human Trafficking (3 Units)
Domestic Human Trafficking (3 Units)
Victimology and Restorative Justice (3 Units)
Criminal Procedure (3 Units)
MLS applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale). The GRE is not required for admission. In addition to the application, applicants must provide official transcripts from the colleges/universities at which they have earned degrees and two letters of recommendation.
Per Unit: $750
Per Course: $2,250
Total Program Cost: $22,500 (tuition only)
The above totals do not include fees. Scholarships and federal financial aid are available.
Except as provided in rule 4.30 of the Admissions Rules (legal education in a foreign state or country), completion of a professional law degree program at this law school other than for the Juris Doctor degree does not qualify a student to take the California Bar Examination or satisfy the requirements for admission to practice law in California. It may not qualify a student to take the bar examination or to satisfy requirements for admission to the practice of law in any other jurisdiction. A student intending to seek admission to practice law should contact the admitting authority in the jurisdictions where the student intends to qualify to sit for the bar examination or to be admitted to practice for information regarding their legal education requirements.
