New students may enroll in the LLM program in the fall (late August), spring (mid-January), or summer (mid-May) semester. We have a rolling admissions process, however, we recommend the following deadlines:
Fall Enrollment - August 15
Spring Enrollment - December 15
Summer Enrollment - May 15
PREQUALIFICATION
Candidates for an LL.M. degree in Elder Law and Estate Planning must hold a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, or be admitted to the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION CONSIDERATION
- Application Form
- Personal Statement
(A brief statement that discusses your interest in the LLM in Elder Law and Estate Planning and how it fits your personal and professional goals.)
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
- Two Professional References (contact information only)
- Official Law School Transcript
If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Szostak, Assistant Dean of Admissions, at (413)782-1286 or Carmen Alexander Blatch, Program Assistant, at (413)782-1426.
Non-matriculated Students:
Upon request, we will allow a limited number of non-degree students to participate in the program. Normally, such non-degree students will already be engaged in an estate planning practice and may desire to enroll in certain courses to enhance their knowledge in a specific area. These non-matriculated students will be allowed to register for no more than 6 credits. They may be considered for admission to the degree program based on their performance in courses which they have taken.