Graduate and International Programs
Study at one of the most global Law Schools in the nation and prepare for a career with a real-world impact.
The William S. Richardson School of Law is committed to providing a rich curriculum in a traditional Socratic classroom setting and a wide array of courses, workshops, and clinics. Our nationally and internationally recognized faculty members provide a learning environment that encourages our students to lead both in the classroom and in the community.
Our Richardson ʻOhana warmly welcomes students and scholars from around the world to join our vibrant, supportive community.
Degree Programs
Master of Laws (LLM)
Designed for both foreign law school graduates and graduates with a U.S. JD, our program offers students the flexibility to customize their LLM Program to best achieve their personal goals. In-person and online options available.
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Advanced JD (AJD)
for foreign-trained lawyers
Designed for graduates of foreign law schools, AJD students can attend full-time, in-person and complete a U.S. JD in as little as two years or part-time, online and finish in as little as three years.
LSAT not required.
Non-Degree Academic Programs
International Visiting Students
International students who have completed at least one year at a recognized law school, including law school graduates, are eligible to apply to study at Richardson during the Summer, Fall, and/or Spring semester.
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International Visiting Law Scholars
Richardson welcomes a limited number of non-compensated International Visiting Law Scholars during our Fall and Spring semesters to pursue collaborative research through cross-cultural interactions and understanding..
Learn More- Legal Oral Communication preparatory and support courses
- Introduction to U.S. Law
- U.S. Legal Research and Writing
- Center for Academic Spoken English (CASE): provides free oral communication support for members of the UH Mānoa community who speak English as an additional language.
- The Writing Center at Mānoa: is a collaborative environment which offers writing consultations free of charge to anyone affiliated with UH – undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars.
- East-West Toastmasters: organizes monthly meetings of students, faculty, and staff of UH Mānoa, as well as people from the community to develop public speaking skills.
- Graduate & International Programs Orientation
- Academic advising with LLM/AJD Faculty Adviser
- Administrative support with Graduate & International Programs staff and faculty
- International Student Services (ISS)
- Faculty and Scholar Immigration Services (FSIS)
- Resources for Incoming Graduate and International Students
Study Abroad and Global Learning
I-20, DS2019, and Visa Assistance
The Law School works with the UH International Student Services and the UH Faculty & Scholar Immigration Services to assist international students, scholars, and visitors with I-20, DS2019, and visa paper work.