This employment law degree is a non-Juris Doctor graduate program taught out of Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. This program prepares both entry-level and established professionals working in human resources, recruitment and operations. You’ll gain an understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks that impact working with employees and independent contractors in the public and private sector.
Organizations have come to recognize the importance of legally trained professionals who can navigate the local, state and federal laws regulating labor markets. This HR law degree focuses on the legal aspect of human resource management and employment. You’ll learn about U.S. law, legal structures and legal reasoning when making informed decisions regarding human resource problems. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
A minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of an applicant’s bachelor's program is preferred. Prospective students may earn admission with a cumulative GPA below 3.00 if the other assets included in the application package are strong, such as but not limited to:
A personal statement that addresses a low GPA or inconsistent academic performance.
Improved academic performance in subsequent degrees.
Significant work history since completing a bachelor’s degree.
All applicants must submit:
Graduate admission application.
Official* transcripts.
CV or resume.
*Transcripts can be unofficial through the FastApp process. Official transcripts reflecting degree conferral(s) will be required if an applicant is admitted.
Students are strongly encouraged to first submit the MHREL Fast App. This allows students to submit a much shorter application and the unit will ask for more information or materials as needed. The information below contains guidelines for items students might be asked to submit after completing the Fast App. More information about the Fast App can be found here: https://law.asu.edu/admissions/apply/mls. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Does the application require letters of recommendation? Maybe – upon request from the admission committee. Is a personal statement required? If so, what are the parameters? Maybe, a statement of interest may be requested by the admission committee.
Writing sample – A writing sample may be requested by the admissions committee.
A document, a personal, academic, or professional writing or report, produced by you (academic or professional paper is preferred). No less than two pages, no more than 10 pages; double-spaced; 12-point font.
The writing sample is different from the personal statement.
The name of the uploaded file must contain the word writing sample.
When possible, it is preferred that the student submits a sample that cites other sources.
*Foreign educated applicants must submit a full application. Please see special instructions for foreign educated applicants: https://law.asu.edu/admission/apply/foreign |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.