WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The school of law at Wake Forest University has launched a fully online, part-time Master of Studies in Law degree program for working professionals who want a better understanding of the law.

Under the program, students take a set of required core courses specially designed to introduce the relevant fundamentals of the law. Then, they select electives based on their chosen professional track in either Health Law and Policy or Human Resources. 

Admission to the degree program is based on the applicant's work experience, professional background and academic record. Standardized test scores are not required.

Applications for Fall 2016 are now being accepted. The program can be completed in less than two years.

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