The OU Online MLS in Indigenous Peoples Law is a 32-credit hour graduate degree that can be completed in 15 months. This program offers a strong foundation in Native American Law for non-lawyers who deal with contracts, negotiations, or any other issues that demand knowledge of Native American policy, regulation, or business practice.
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OU Law has long led the country in legal education related to Native American law. Students in the program are taught by OU Law faculty and adjunct faculty carefully selected for their expertise in American Indian, Native American, and Indigenous Peoples law. This group will challenge you, collaborate with you, and provoke you to think deeply about how the law impacts Indigenous Peoples.
Oklahoma contains nearly 40 tribal nations and the second-largest Native American population in the U.S., making OU's College of Law an ideal environment for studying Native American law. OU Law is home to the Center for the Study of American Indian Law and Policy, which counsels tribal governments and does legal research in this area.
Learn in a flexible online program designed for working professionals. You’ll engage in online discussions with professors and fellow students while understanding how the law impacts Indigenous Peoples.
OU Online graduates find employment within six months after graduation*
OU Online graduates report earning an annual salary of $75,000 or more*
OU Online students say the skills they gained in their program made them more competitive in their career field*
*Source: OU Online Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023
Take the next step in your career with a degree from the University of Oklahoma. Applications are reviewed year-round for fall, spring, and summer sessions. Choose your program, choose your start, and apply today.
The OU College of Law Master of Legal Studies in Indigenous Peoples Law is a 32-credit-hour program that can be completed in 15 months. The suggested sequence is below:
The online MLS in Indigenous Peoples Law is a selective program that aims to educate the leading legal experts and lawyers. To get started, follow these steps:
STEP ONE:
Contact an Enrollment Counselor to discuss your qualifications and interest in the program.
STEP TWO:
Fill out your application here.
STEP THREE:
Provide supplemental materials, including a resume, personal statement, and undergraduate transcripts.
The admissions committee operates under a rolling admission process, and admissions may continue until two weeks before classes start. The committee strives to respond to all applicants within two weeks of submitting a completed application.
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“As a Native American (I am an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma), I’ve always had a drive for a deeper understanding of how we as a people and tribal governments got to the place we are today. I serve in several capacities that interact with tribal governments, local, state, and federal agencies, and other private organizations that have a vested interest in Indian Country. Having this academic foundation has provided me additional confidence and credibility, and I truly see this academia having real-world applications daily. ”
—Wes Parrell, Master of Legal Studies in Indigenous Peoples Law, 2024
Like every OU Online program, the MLS in Indigenous Peoples Law is built on the foundation of world-class University of Oklahoma faculty mixed with professors of practice providing valuable instruction. By linking industry experts with our online programs, we offer the most advanced curriculum and prepare students for future career success.
Earning an MLS in Indigenous Peoples Law degree from OU Online gives you the skills to succeed in a growing and evolving field. It also gives you access to career support and an expanded professional network as part of the global OU alumni community. Stand out where the industry is moving while enjoying the potential for higher pay, career advancement, and new opportunities.
Tuition and fees for the program are $25,394.75 ($556.50 per credit hour) for in-state students and $40,625.25 ($1028 per credit hour) for out-of-state students. Program prices include mandatory fees of $190.25 per credit hour and a once-a-semester fee of $105.50. Books and additional materials are not included.
Once accepted into the program, students must submit a $350 nonrefundable deposit within two weeks. Deposits are applied toward tuition expenses and secure a student’s place in the upcoming class.
Our tuition calculator can help you estimate your tuition and financial aid for your program of interest.
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Every OU Online program is built on the foundation of world-class faculty mixed with professors of practice providing valuable instruction. By linking industry experts with our online programs, we offer the most advanced curriculum and prepare students for future career success.
When you graduate from an OU Online program, you’ll join the network of 250,000 OU alumni and be forever part of the OU family. Become part of the tradition of excellence that OU has established in its 130-year history.
