TOEFL Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate to the LL.M. Program Committee their ability to conduct both classroom and research work in English. A minimum score of 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based) or 100 (internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is generally required. IELTS The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) may be accepted in place of the TOEFL; a minimum score of 7.5 is generally required. 

PS Personal statement including research interests and reason for pursuing advanced legal education, and your plans following completion of the LL.M. degree. CV Resume/CV is required. Fee A check or money order for $50 (in United States funds) payable to the “LSU Law Center” as an application fee. RL Three letters of recommendations by persons who are sufficiently acquainted with the applicant’s work to form an opinion about his or her ability to successfully pursue advanced legal studies. Please provide at least one letter of recommendation from a professor who knows you personally. The remaining two letters of recommendation may be from other professors or academics, or from people who have worked with you on a professional basis. The letters may be mailed by the recommender directly to the LL.M. Program office, or may be included with the application in a sealed envelope, signed by the recommender over the seal. Transcript Official transcripts of all law and related study, as well as other university education. Graduates of law schools outside the U.S. should be careful that their transcripts indicate courses taken, number of hours awarded for each course, the grade received in each course, an explanation of the grading system, and a ranking of the individual student (if used by the university). Transcripts in a language other than English, French, or Spanish must be accompanied by an official English translation.