The Center for International Legal Education at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law proudly presents its Doctor of Juridical Science and Master of Laws program, drawing in a diverse cohort of international students eager to immerse themselves in American law and specialized legal fields. Students who complete this program are exceptionally well-prepared for successful careers as adept global legal professionals.
Personalized Educational Opportunities
While offering three academic pathways, CILE operates holistically to offer a personalized educational opportunity for every student. CILE has placed graduates in some of the largest law firms and corporate legal departments in the world and helped them reach the highest levels of their home governments. Because of our faculty, our curriculum, and our history, CILE alumni stand at the forefront of the global practice of law.
Forge New Pathways Through International Study
CILE is the central hub for the international law and arbitration curriculum at Pitt Law. It helps students gain study abroad experience, internships, and scholarships for the study of global legal issues, making it an invaluable resource for aspiring global lawyers.
Pitt Law's LLM program offers lawyers who have obtained their law degrees outside of the United States an excellent opportunity to delve into the common law legal tradition and the U.S. legal system while studying in the U.S.
The Global Legal Scholars Program is Pitt Law's international law honors program. The program is small and highly selective. Once accepted, our Global Legal Scholars are immediately connected with the faculty and staff at CILE and engage with them