Other factors given primary consideration in the admission process include:

• academic record in achieving the first law degree and in other studies;
• recommendations of professors or employers;
• evidence of interest and ability in the field of international trade and commercial law, including publications or relevant work experience;
• evidence of a commitment after graduation to teaching at the law school level, government service or international law practice;
• fluency in Spanish or Portuguese for students for whom English is the first language; and English fluency for foreign students (TOEFL scores of 600 and above).

The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, Veteran's status, or sexual orientation in its admissions, employment and educational programs or activities.
 
 

Given the small size of the program and its unique attributes, admission is highly competitive.
 

Admission Instructions and Procedures

 Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following:

• completed and signed application form;
• official certified copies of the applicant's academic transcript/s, along with evidence of graduation;
• two detailed personal recommendations from professors or employers or other persons who know the applicant well and can address in detail the candidate's analytical abilities, writing skills, unique talents and personal qualities;
• copies of TOEFL or Achievement Test scores relating to English, Spanish or Portuguese fluency unless waived, or their equivalent, along with LSAT scores if taken earlier;
• copies of any relevant published works;
• a current resume;
• a personal essay (no more than eight double-spaced pages) summarizing the candidate's qualifications for and interest in the program, along with career objectives;
• the Arizona domicile affidavit (whether or not Arizona domicile is sought);
• completed financial aid forms (if financial aid is requested);
• the non-refundable application fee of $50.00, in U.S. dollars.

 
The Admissions Committee reserves the right to seek additional information or clarification in appropriate circumstances, including a personal interview or independent confirmation of prior degrees.
 
Applications for admission to the class beginning in July 2005, should be received no later than March 1, 2005; applications for admission beginning in July 2006, should be received no later than March 1, 2006. Earlier applications are strongly encouraged, as the Admissions Committee may be utilizing a "rolling admissions" policy, beginning in early February. Applications ordinarily will not be considered by the Admissions Committee until all required information, including TOEFL scores. has been received.
 
Prospective students are strongly encouraged to visit the College of Law's "website" at http://www.law.arizona.edu for more information on the LL.M. Program, the faculty, course offering, and for current calendar, schedule, library and other information.
 
Questions relating to the LL.M. program should be addressed to:

Professor David A. Gantz
Director, International Trade Law Program
The University of Arizona
James E. Rogers College of Law
1201 E. Speedway Blvd.
P.O. Box 210176
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0176 U.S.A.
Telephone: (520) 621-1801
Facsimile: (520) 621-9836
E-Mail: gantz@law.Arizona.edu

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