Dispute Resolution Graduate Programs

Contact Information

Center for the Study of Dispute Resolution

• 206 Hulston Hall
• 573-882-2020
• Dispute Resolution Web Site
• mulawcdr@missouri.edu

• Master’s admission criteria and application detail

About the Dispute Resolution Program

Students in the Master of Laws (LLM) dispute resolution program have a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of theoretical, policy, design and ethical issues in dispute resolution. They study with leading dispute resolution scholars who generate important academic work influencing dispute resolution theory and practice around the world. Small class sizes create a close community with faculty and students.

Degrees

Master of Laws in Dispute Resolution
LLM students can earn dual degrees (MA and PhD) from the School of Journalism. The program also is affiliated with MU’s Center for the Study of Organizational Change and Truman School of Public Affairs, with an opportunity to pursue a certificate in Public Affairs in conjunction with the LLM. The MU School of Law offers a juris doctor (JD) program, which has its own admission process.