The National Security Law LL.M. is designed for a wide variety of applicants who hold either a J.D. from a U.S. law school or a first degree in law from a university outside of the U.S., including lawyers looking for vertical advancement or a lateral move or legal professionals interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the field and the opportunity to build their credentials. Students may complete the National Security Law LL.M. on a full-time or part-time basis.

Georgetown Law's expertise in the study of national security law is unparalleled. The depth and breadth of the faculty's experience in the field, including both full-time faculty and visiting and adjunct professors, the range of courses offered, the intellectual life of the institution, the vitality of the Center on National Security and the Law, as well as the Human Rights Institute, provide incredible opportunities for students interested in national security law.