Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Civil Rights Law

Our Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Civil Rights Law offers advanced legal training focused on constitutional protections, equality, and the legal mechanisms that safeguard civil liberties. Students explore litigation strategy, critical race theory, discrimination law, and policy development, preparing them for impactful careers in public interest advocacy, civil rights litigation, government advisory roles, and reform-oriented legal practice.

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Program Name	Master of Laws (LL.M)
Program Level	Master
Concentration	Civil Rights Law
Modules	10
Credits	48
Duration	4 months to 2 years

100% Online (Self-Paced)

No Live Lectures

Free Tutor Access

Career Support

No Application Fee

$1,000 One-Time Fee [Special Discount]

Modules

Constitutional Law
Critical Race Theory
Advocacy and Litigation
Discrimination
Police Misconduct
Voting Rights
Legal Writing and Research
Legal and Ethical Issues
Law and Public Policy
Legal Procedures

Admission Requirements

Possess a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent.
Be proficient in English language (as per TOEFL or IELTS test for non-native English speakers).
Have basic operating knowledge of a smartphone or a computer.

Grading System

Distinction: 90% and above
Pass: 80% to 89.99%
Fail: below 80%

Tuition & Fees

Fee: $1,000 One-Time Fee [Special Discount]

Payment plans: $100/month for 12 months
Payment methods: Stripe & PayPal

Admission Process

Provide the names of your previous schools and the dates of attendance.
Submit a scanned copy of the following:
- government-issued photo ID,
- two letters of recommendation,
- transcript(s), and
- test scores (TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers).
- ⚠️You can submit the documents when applying or email them later to giuadmissions@fgjf.org latest within four weeks from the start date of your first-course registration.

Wait for a response from our admission staff within seven working days.
Receive your provisional admission letter.
Make payment.
Start studying.

Careers

Civil Rights Attorney
Public Policy Analyst
Legal Advocate
Government Legal Advisor
Public Interest Litigator

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the learning format?

Module, self-paced.

Are there classmates?

NO! No distractions!

Can I request help from the instructor?

Yes. You can schedule time with the instructor and have your meeting via Streamyard.

Do I need to buy any textbooks?

No. There are no textbooks that need to be bought to complete the classes and/or assignments.

Is there a hidden fee?

There’s no additional fee if you want to receive your certificate electronically. There is an optional $100 fee if you want the physical copy of your certificate to be shipped to you.

Does GIU allow credit transfers?

YES! NO LIMIT. “Frankie” hates schools that limit transfers based on how they want to make money off people by repeating classes.

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Have More Questions?

Our admissions staff is available Monday – Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (EST) to answer your questions and provide assistance with the admissions process. You can reach us by e-mail at giuadmissions@fgjf.org.

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