LL.M. FAQ
Can I visit the campus?
Every prospective student is encouraged to visit the beautiful, 13-acre campus. Individual visits can be arranged by contacting the Admissions Office at 916.739.7105.
Do you have any scholarships for LL.M. students?
Pacific McGeorge is only able to offer a limited number of scholarships to highly qualified LL.M. Students. Merit and need-based factors are considered in making award decisions.
When and how do I get my student visa?
After you have been admitted to Pacific McGeorge, we will send you a letter with detailed instructions about how to obtain your visa. Upon receipt of your deposit and the financial and personal information requested in the visa intstructions letter, Pacific McGeorge will issue you an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility. Once you have received your I-20, you can apply for an F-1 student visa at the United States Consulate in your country.
How long will it take before I can get an interview with the American Consulate?
It really depends on the country where you live. Please go to the U.S. Department of State's visa wait time Web page for specific wait time information. Generally, you should estimate that it will take approximately 1½ months before your interview will be scheduled. We recommend you make the appointment upon receipt of your acceptance letter. Keep in mind that you will need to bring the following documents with you to your interview: I-20, receipt for payment of SEVIS fee, valid current passport, certification of sufficient finances, and any additional documents required by the United States Consulate in your country. It is important to check the website of the United States Consulate in your country for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
When should I reserve my campus housing?
The on-campus housing is on a first come, first served basis. To be eligible to reserve housing, you must have paid your deposit in full. Private apartments or rooms can be rented in the vicinity of the Law School, but you will probably only be able to rent private apartments after you arrive in Sacramento.
If I am not a U.S. citizen, will I be able to work while I study?
The U.S. regulations do not allow F-1 or J-1 visa holder to be employed until they have completed one year of academic studies. After completing the LL.M. degree, F-1 students are entitled to a year of Optional Practical Training which allows them to be employed in the field of law. Application for the Optional Practical Training cannot be made until at least 90 days prior to graduation.
Will the LL.M. degree qualify me to take a bar exam in the U.S.?
Each state has its own rules for eligibility. Students who earned an LL.B. from a common law country, as well as students who are already licensed in their home country, may qualify for the California bar exam. Applications for the California bar exam are reviewed on a case by case basis, so you will need to submit you credentials directly to the Board of Bar Examiners for a determination of your eligibility. Please note that credits earned in an internship do not count towards the 20 credits needed to qualify for the NY bar.
What does LL.M. mean?
LL.M. is the abbreviation of the Latin Legum Magister, which means Master of Laws. In Latin, the plural form of a word is abbreviated by repeating the letter. Click here for a more complete definition.
Contact Clémence Kucera, Director, Graduate & International Programs and Centers of Distinction
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