Graduate Program

Typing and computer proficiency are more important than many of us realized before we got here. If you are not yet comfortable taking notes and…

At HLS, there is an incredible list of alluring courses; you may feel inclined to take nearly everything and may feel overwhelmed in the process.

You will receive much more information about courses in June. For now, you can check out the Course Catalog online. Starting with Orientation and…

Course Selection A lot more information about degree requirements and selecting courses for 2026-2027 will be coming your way in June. Until then, please keep…

Harvard Law School features over 100 student organizations ranging from affinity groups to service organizations to sports clubs and more. You can find a full…

Dear Prospective LL.M. Students: On behalf of the entire Harvard Law School Library team, it is my honor to congratulate you on your acceptance into…

Dear LL.M. Candidate, On behalf of students in Harvard Law School’s S.J.D. program (the Law School’s Doctoral program), welcome to HLS. As recent LL.M. students…

To the LL.M. Members of the Class of 2027: Congratulations on your admission to Harvard Law School! We look forward to working with you during…

Dear LL.M. Class of 2027, Congratulations and welcome to Harvard Law School! We know how surreal this sounds, so go ahead and read it again.

Source of Support Form Visas We expect to start processing immigration status sponsorship materials in early April. Though we will do our best to process…

International Students All international students (including students whose visas are not sponsored by Harvard) must register with the Harvard International Office (HIO) as soon as possible…

Meals The Law School’s Caspersen Student Center houses several dining options for students during the academic year: The Harkness Dining Room, a full-service cafeteria that…

Mentoring and Advising Harvard LL.M. students benefit from a robust network of advising and mentorship resources. For example, Student Organizations Harvard Law School has more…

Arrival Administrative Clearance Check-In Procedures All incoming LL.M. students are required to complete Administrative Clearance procedures in August. Many of these procedures must be completed…

Shipping your belongings door-to-door will save you some time with customs, but will be more expensive. The least expensive way to send belongings will be…

Orientation will be a very hectic, but very exciting, time. While orientation can be tiring, it is the best time to get to know your…

There are a number of off-campus housing options available through the Harvard University Housing Office (“HUH”) or on the independent market. HUH maintains approximately 3,000 apartments…

These apartments are available to all staff and students of all the various Harvard schools, so one’s neighbors wouldn’t necessarily be law students.  The apartments…

When choosing your accommodations, evaluate how important it is for you to live in a place that is 100% comfortable. If you do not care…

U.S. laws have made it difficult for individuals to open bank accounts in the United States without a personal appearance at the bank. The Harvard…