Frequently Asked Questions
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Who applies to the Boston College LLM Program, and what are the minimum degree requirements for applying to the LLM program?
We consider applicants who have either (a) graduated from a U.S. law school that is approved by the American Bar Association, (b) obtained a full degree in law from a non-U.S. university or (c) been admitted to practice law in a country other than the U.S.
Our candidates represent a diverse range of academic pursuits, number of years out of law school, as well as career positions in the law. 这种经验范围很大程度上反映了我们的候选人在法律领域的广泛多样性, legal education and work experience around the world. 帮助您从这种丰富的多样性中受益并为之做出贡献，是我们使命的一部分. 我们正在寻找能够让您在您感兴趣的领域取得成功的人才组合, 他拥有一套技能，不仅能成为优秀的律师，还能成为优秀的人:非凡的技术熟练程度, strategic vision, interdisciplinary perspective and leadership capability.
Where can I find information about the LLM Program?
请查看我们的网站，并随时与我们联系，以获取您感兴趣的领域和地理重点的校友名单. We would be happy to put them in touch with you.
If I am here or visiting in the Boston area, can I arrange a meeting with an LLM Admissions representative? Can I sit in on a class?
We encourage you to come visit us! Please contact us to arrange an informational visiting day so that you can meet with our Director, attend a class in your area of interest, and meet one-on-one with a current LLM student. We also recommend that, since you are already in the United States, 你应该访问你可能考虑的所有学校，以便最好地了解一所学校的法学硕士课程是否最适合你.
What if I can’t be in the Boston area during the application season?
If you are not able to be in the Boston area, please contact us to set up an online interview with our Director. The Director can discuss the mission and framework of the LLM Program with you, and answer any questions you may have.
What is the Insights Program and who should attend it?
The Boston College Law School 'Insights: U.S. Legal System' Certificate Program is a five day, in-depth professional development program for international and U.S. students, legal educators, and legal professionals. 在波士顿大学法学院的专家教授的带领下，这个受欢迎的为期五天的美国法学院简介.S. legal system is now offered online.
Participants will learn about:
- The system of justice and legal problem-solving in the U.S.
- The role of the lawyer in the U.S.
- The facilitative role lawyers play in business transactions
- How to introduce evidence in a case
- How civil and criminal cases are handled in the U.S.
- The role of constitutional courts
- The appeals process in the U.S.
- Models of governance in times of stress
- Environmental law and lessons for the future
Each of the five days offer a two-hour, live synchronous session and a two-hour, recorded asynchronous session. The live sessions offered via Zoom are interactive; participants may attend recorded sessions at a time that is convenient. Live Q&A sessions with instructors follow the recorded sessions.
What is the personal statement and what role does it play in my application?
你的个人陈述可能是申请中最重要的方面之一. We would like to understand the purpose for your interest in the law, understand your vision for addressing a current legal problem, and how you intend to promote the advancement of law in your chosen field of interest. 我们特别感谢您对您在我们LLM课程中的时间如何帮助您实现这些目标的解释.
Do I have to take the TOEFL or IELTS? What is the minimum TOEFL or IELTS score?
你必须提交你的英语语言能力证明，除非(a)英语是你的母语, or (b) English was the language of instruction for your entire legal education. 如果你没有接受全日制英语法律教育，你必须在提交法学硕士课程申请前两年内参加托福考试.
For the internet-based test (iBT), we require a total score of at least 100. For the paper-based test, we require a score of at least 600. Our minimum IELTS score is 7.0.
What is the TOEFL reporting code for Boston College Law School?
To ensure that your TOEFL score reaches Boston College Law School, please use the following reporting code: Institution code: 3083, Department code 03.
Am I eligible to get a waiver of the TOEFL requirement?
您可以要求免除托福考试，但我们会根据具体情况考虑任何要求. Waivers are not automatic, and are granted at the sole discretion of Boston College Law School, whose decision is final.
即使在截止日期之后，我也可以把我最近的托福成绩寄给波士顿大学法学院吗?
Yes, we will accept new TOEFL scores throughout the admissions process. 您可以重新参加托福考试，并安排ETS尽快将您的新成绩报告发送给我们.
My official final transcript will not be available by the application deadline. What should I do?
Please submit the most up-to-date official transcript available. You should have your official final transcript sent to us as soon as it is available.
How many recommendations are required?
Three letters of recommendation are required.
Who should write my recommendation letters?
根据你在职业生涯中的位置，确定你选择的人作为你的推荐人是很重要的. If you are a more recent graduate of law school, 法学院的教员和实习的法律主管写的推荐信对你很有帮助. If you have spent time in private practice, government, ngo or in-house after graduation, 然后，你曾经在专业管理岗位上工作过的人的推荐也会很有帮助.
What are the required application materials for the LLM program?
Your completed application must contain the following:
- Completed LSAC report or paper application form
- Résume or c.v.
- Statement of purpose
- Three signed Letters of Recommendation
- Official Transcript(s) with certified English translations
- Official TOEFL or IELTS report (if applicable)
- Application fee of US$75
波士顿大学法学院的法学硕士招生周期是什么样的?申请截止日期是什么时候?
Boston College Law School does not have an early review/early admission option, but rather has a rolling admissions policy for LLM applications, so we encourage you to submit your application materials as early as practicable. Our LLM application deadline is April 15, at 11:59 p.m., U.S. Eastern time, 我们通常会在9月份LSAC申请“上线”后立即收到申请.
How do I submit an application?
You may submit through LSAC here. We highly recommend that you use the LSAC service.
What should I do if I encounter technical difficulties with my application?
If you are using the LSAC service, please contact LSAC with technical problems relating to your application. If you need other assistance, please contact the LLM Program via email. We will assist you with your application submission, issues regarding online recommendations, and any other technical concerns that you may have.
即使我在截止日期后提交了一些证明文件，你们还会审核我的申请吗?
Our ability to review an application will depend on what we have on file for you. Please contact us if you have any concerns about getting your supporting documents submitted on time.
我怎样得知是否已收到文件或我的申请是否已完成?
We will reply to individual inquiries 核实通过LSAC或纸质申请流程收到的申请材料, and confirm the status of your application.
Do you accept materials sent by email?
We accept materials submitted during the application process through LSAC. 如果你有材料必须邮寄给我们，以便我们正式完成你的申请, please send them to:
Boston College Law School
Office of Graduate Legal Education and International Programs
885 Centre Street
Newton, Massachusetts 02459
U.S.A
When will admission decisions be available?
Admissions decisions are communicated to all applicants on a rolling basis, usually within a month of receipt of your completed application. If you are facing a deadline for accepting an offer from another school, you may email us, and we will give you an indication of the status of your application. 请务必在邮件中附上相关学校的录取通知书副本.
Will I be able to take courses with JD students?
The US Legal System is a course where LLM students meet as a group; otherwise, you will be taking the rest of your courses with JD students.
What courses are mandatory?
美国法律制度和法律实践1是任何在美国以外学习第一学位的学生的必修法学硕士课程. 这两门课程都旨在培养学生开展法律电子游戏正规平台所需的基础法律和实践技能, writing and analysis in US law. LLM students and first year JD students take Law Practice 1 together.
波士顿大学法学院的法学硕士专业是什么?我是否需要参加一个专业?
波士顿大学法学院提供五个专业:商业和商法, Human Rights Law, Environmental Law, Intellectual Property Law and Tax Law. 这些浓度是你们可以得到的，但是你们不需要选择浓度. 我们将与您协商，以确定您是否需要完成集中.
Who will advise me on course selection?
We counsel students before, during and after their experience in the LLM, Before the LLM begins, we will discuss your academic interests and career aspirations, and work with you to prepare a program of study. 这个学习计划在新生电子游戏软件和每学期开始时都会被重新审视, to confirm your interests.
Is English language support available for LLM students?
在LLM课程期间，有多个领域支持您的英语语言发展. 法律实践1课程是专门为你设计的英语语言电子游戏正规平台, writing and analysis training in context with legal problem solving. 这是这种教学方法中最独特、最受推崇的项目之一. In addition, there is an additional weekly academic support session for Law Practice 1, as well as one-on-one meetings for the course. In addition to the course and its core academic support, 法学硕士学生还可以通过预约与法学院的导师以及奥尼尔图书馆的康纳斯家庭学习中心的导师讨论他们的工作. 国际学生和学者办公室也全年提供支持.
在电子游戏软件，英语以外的其他语言知识是否被视为一种资产?
In an increasingly global world of law, economics and communication, capacity in multiple languages are seen as a highly valued asset. At Boston College, courses at the School of Social Work are available in Spanish, and the School of Arts & Sciences conducts language courses. At the Law School a number of our faculty are multilingual, in French, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Spanish, our library professionals consult in Mandarin, 我们的访问学者为我们丰富的多语言社区增添了一系列语言. 你在LLM的参与让你有机会进入这个学者社区，并允许你为我们的电子游戏软件社区贡献你自己的语言和文化知识.
Is it possible to transfer to the JD program once I complete the LLM program?
Yes, 我们审查在法学硕士课程完成后转移到法学博士课程的请求, on a case by case basis in coordination with our Office of Admissions.