Master of Legal Studies (MLS) in Education Law

Advance the Future of Education Through Legal Expertise

The Master of Legal Studies in Education Law at Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law gives educators and education‑focused professionals the tools to understand, interpret, and influence the laws and policies that define modern school settings. With this degree, you gain the ability to protect students’ rights, support institutional integrity, and advocate for fair and effective educational practices. This program equips education professionals with the legal insight needed to navigate the complex forces shaping today’s school system that include labor relations, financial aid systems, governmental regulation, and other pressing influences. There is a growing need for informed, professionally trained advocates who can safeguard effective learning environments.

If you’re an educator ready to deepen your impact and expand your influence, this degree will help you take your next step forward.

Program Learning Outcomes & Key Benefits

• Build a strong foundation in education law, including the statutes, regulations, and administrative regulations that govern schools and learning environments.
• Understand the legal dynamics behind issues such as student rights, special education, discipline, funding, and institutional accountability.
• Communicate with confidence using the legal vocabulary and analytical skills needed to collaborate with attorneys, administrators, and policymakers.
• Serve as a professionally trained advocate for students, families, and educators navigating complex educational systems.
• Become a more effective educational administrator with the ability to identify the intersection of law and educational policy.

Approach daily challenges with a deeper understanding of the legal frameworks that shape curriculum, instruction, and school operations.