Define The Future
With a Degree in Health Law and Policy
Set yourself apart in the world of health law with Hofstra Law. As health law has become increasingly complicated and diverse, there has been a growing need for more knowledgeable and caring leaders. Choose from three degree pathways:
Online Master of Arts
For non-lawyers looking to develop their legal literacy.
- Take 11 courses for 30 credits.
- Can be completed in 24 months.
Online Master of Laws
For lawyers who want to specialize their practice.
- Take nine courses for 25 credits.
- Can be completed in 18 months.
- JD degree required.
Advanced Certificate
For lawyers and non-lawyers exploring health law and policy.
- Four courses.
- Completed part-time in five to seven months.
- Can use credits to transfer to MA or LLM program.
Fill out the form below and let us know which Health Law & Policy program is right for you!
Learn More about Health Law and Policy Pathways
Online Master of Arts
Designed for those with backgrounds in health care fields, our MA program equips you with the skills to become a valuable legal resource in your organization. The MA program is flexible and convenient with 100% online classes. Finish your degree in 24 months. Gain the skills to address compliance requirements, navigate legislation, advocate for patients and implement real change.
Online Master of Laws
Level up your law degree with an LLM. Our 100% online program expands the knowledge of experienced lawyers and gives them the know-how to navigate health law and policy. Earn your degree in less than 18 months and gain the skills to take on the role of in-house counsel or be an external consultant for hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, health insurance organizations and others.
Advanced Certificate
Designed for both lawyers and non-lawyers alike, our Advanced Certificate allows you to start your health law and policy education. The program can be completed though four flexible and 100% online courses in five to seven months of part-time study. Use your certificate to advance your career, or students in good academic standing can use the completed credits to transfer into the MA or LLM programs and further their legal education.
Take a closer look at Hofstra Law.
- Top Ranked
Hofstra Law has been ranked a top school for Health Law with an “A+” rating from PreLaw Magazine.
- Build Your Network Join a thriving community of nearly 14,000 alumni globally. Hofstra has over 150+ alumni in the judiciary.
- 100% Online & Flexible Start Times Explore fully online classes and flexible start dates in our fall, spring and summer semesters. No LSAT, GMAT or GRE required.
- Expedient Education Graduate sooner with an MA degree in as little as 24 months or an LLM in as little as 18 months.
Apply to Hofstra Law with these advantages!
Submit your application today and benefit from:
- No application fee
- An admission decision within one week after submission of a completed application
- Automatic consideration for partial scholarships
Have Questions?
Don’t hesitate to reach out for further guidance during this important step forward in your law career.