Fordham University MSL | Online

The online Master of Studies in Law (MSL) in Corporate Compliance from Fordham Law provides non-lawyers with the opportunity to earn a degree. Advance your knowledge of compliance while studying at a time and location that works best for you.

  • No GRE/GMAT/LSAT Required — Showcase your diverse and wide-ranging experiences rather than focusing on test scores.
  • Competitive Skills — Earn a legal education that will equip you with the ability to uphold ethics and integrity in your field.
  • 12-Month Track — Complete your degree at your own pace and finish the program in as few as 12 months.

Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market

Optional tracks

Specialize your learning with optional concentrations, including financial services, healthcare, human resources, and general compliance.

Top-15 Ranked

Best Business Job is Compliance Officer according to U.S. News & World Report in 20261

12 months

Minimum time to complete your degree.

A Flexible MSL Designed for Non-lawyers

Fordham Law School’s Master of Studies in Law was created with corporate compliance at its core. This specialized curriculum will equip you with foundational knowledge in the U.S. legal system and the skills you need to embed compliance into your organization’s business operations.

Other highlights of this non-JD program include:

  • Live classes in the morning and evening
  • In-person colloquium in New York City
  • Face-to-face interaction with expert faculty

Choose from our four program tracks and focus your elective coursework on industry-specific regulatory frameworks and challenges. Pick between the following tracks: Financial Services Track, Health Care Track, Human Resources Track, and General Track.

Our faculty and alumni are talented, connected professionals across a variety of industries. You will have opportunities to attend degree-specific networking events where you can connect with alumni who work at top global corporations.

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Become an Asset to Your Organization with an MSL

Fordham University partners with 2U to support the delivery of this online program. Fordham University has full control over the program, including all core academic functions. Click here to learn more about 2U’s roles and responsibilities.

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