Once the end of Law School approaches, the idea of the sitting for the bar comes to mind. The way in which the bar works in the USA is as follows: unlike most countries, America has 50 bars, one for each state. For JD graduates, every state will allow them to sit the exam for the bar, but for LLM graduates, it is slightly different. There is a list of states that will allow the graduates to sit the exam and therefore practice in that state. It must be noted that it is not mandatory for students to attend the school in the state where one plans to sit and practice at the bar, but the state in which students choose to sit the bar exam is the only state in which they are able to practice the legal profession. If a student were to move to another state, they would be required to take the bar exam of that state.


There is financial aid available, despite it being more limited for LLM students than for others. Scholarships, loans and work study are available to Law students, although they will not cover the full amount. It is important to distinguish the different types of aid available, from merit-based to needs-based to Fulbright scholarships.


Merit and needs-based scholarships consist of what one gains through their academic and/or sporting achievements/alma mater and the income of their family, respectively. Fulbright scholarships are awarded to UK students wishing to study in the USA. They cover all types of postgraduate subjects and, depending on how much one is liable to get, can cover at least the first years’ worth of tuition and living fees.


It is important to consider all aspects, from the purpose of one’s graduate study to the geographical location of the Law School in mind when applying. Cost of living, deciding between a public or a private college and scrutinising the quality of the faculty will ensure a well-deliberated, well-chosen postgraduate study for the year(s) to come.


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