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Compare Accredited Online Legal Studies Programs

Reviewed by Ryan P. Duffy, Esq. · Updated 2026

Compare accredited online legal studies programs side by side. Whether you're pursuing a Master of Legal Studies, a paralegal certificate, or a degree, the right choice depends on your goals, budget, and timeline.

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Featured Online MLS Programs

American University Washington College of Law

No GRE/LSAT
Online
Industry concentrations

The online Master of Legal Studies program from American University Washington College of Law is designed for non-lawyers who could benefit from fundamental legal training but do not want to become practicing attorneys. The program offers industry-specific concentrations and certificates in Business, Health Care Compliance, and Technology. Students who choose the Health Care Compliance track may be eligible to earn an additional certificate accredited by the Compliance Certificate Board (CCB). No GRE/LSAT required.

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Online Master of Studies in Law (MSL)

Fordham University School of Law

No GRE/LSAT
Online
As few as 12 months

In as few as 12 months, learn to advocate for integrity at your organization with a flexible, online M.S.L. in Corporate Compliance from Fordham Law School. No GRE or LSAT required. Choose a program track—general, human resources, financial services, or health care—to gain industry-specific knowledge.

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Wake Forest University

SponsoredABA-approved

Winston-Salem, NC · Paralegal Certificate (Online) · ABA-approved certificate

$11,400 est. total tuition100% online9 monthsNo GRE

Arizona State University

SponsoredABA-approved

Tempe, AZ · Online Master of Legal Studies · No LSAT · No GRE

$13,140 est. total tuition100% online14–24 monthsNo GRE

University of Oklahoma

Texas A&M University

SponsoredABA-approved

Fort Worth, TX · Online MLS — Risk & Compliance · Risk & compliance track

$15,650 est. total tuition100% online18 monthsNo GRE

Drexel University

SponsoredABA-approved

Philadelphia, PA · Online MLS — Compliance · Compliance focus

$17,910 est. total tuitionHybrid option21 monthsNo GRE

Boston University

Boston, MA · Paralegal Studies Certificate · 14-week intensive

$8,995 est. total tuition100% online4 monthsNo GRE

UCLA Extension

ABA-approved

Los Angeles, CA · Paralegal Certificate · ABA-approved

$12,600 est. total tuitionHybrid option12 monthsNo GRE

Purdue Global

Online · Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies · Credit for experience

$22,400 est. total tuition100% online20 monthsNo GRE

Seton Hall University

ABA-approved

Newark, NJ · Online MLS — Health & Hospital Law · Healthcare law focus

$24,300 est. total tuition100% online18 monthsNo GRE

George Washington University

ABA-approved

Washington, DC · Online MLS — Government Procurement · Government & policy

$29,250 est. total tuition100% online24 monthsNo GRE

Southern New Hampshire University

Online · BS in Paralegal Studies · Low online tuition

$38,400 est. total tuition100% online48 monthsNo GRE

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Careers with an MLS

An MLS opens doors in corporate compliance, government, HR, and consulting — roles that reward legal fluency without requiring a license to practice. Graduates often move into contract management, regulatory affairs, and policy positions.

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A Master of Legal Studies is a graduate credential for non-lawyers who need legal fluency. A paralegal certificate is the fastest route into paralegal work. Associate and bachelor's degrees suit those starting from scratch.

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Featured Online MLS Programs

American University Washington College of Law

Fordham University School of Law

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Purdue Global

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George Washington University

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