Every foreign law school graduate who is not a U.S. citizen is
responsible for providing complete information to the St. John’s University’s
International Student and Scholar Services Office so it will be
able to assist in processing requests for a Form I-20. Please note
that the University is not involved in Visa issuance and is thus
not responsible if the federal authorities do not issue a
Visa.
Foreign law school graduates must comply with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
Service (USCIS) regulations. In order to apply to St.
John’s School of Law every foreign graduate must have a status that
does not conflict with these regulations. The LL.M. application
procedure requires a showing of financial autonomy for the entire
length of the program through financial affidavits and financial
documentation. Projected expenses for a 9-month academic year are
about $60,000 (USD), inclusive of tuition, books, room and board,
living, and laundry, recreational and miscellaneous expenses.
However, this estimate could vary depending on particular
circumstances of each student. If the LL.M. candidate holds a F1
visa he/she cannot work outside of St. John’s University.
Once accepted into the LL.M. Program, foreign law school graduates
will be directed to the University’s International Student and
Scholar Services department for completion of their I-20
applications if necessary. Afterwards, they will be required to
apply to the U.S. Consulates or Embassies in their countries to
obtain the proper Visa. Different regulations may apply if the
foreign graduate already resides in the U.S., depending on
immigration status.
If you come to the US on an F-1 student visa you must take a
minimum of 9 credits each semester as required by immigration.