MA in Environmental Law

Environmental Expertise. Career Clarity.

Passionate about environmental policy but not sure that you want to be a lawyer? Earn your Master of Arts in Environmental Law (MEL) in as little as one year from the Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. This 30-credit program will prepare you for rewarding roles in environmental sustainability, compliance, and natural resource management. Ideal for recent graduates and working professionals, our dedicated faculty and staff will help you personalize your plan of study according to your career aspirations. Graduates can apply their knowledge across many industries, including business, politics, construction, and more. 

As environmental challenges in the Gulf and around the globe continue to rise, you have the potential to make a lasting impact on your community in industries and agencies that have never been more relevant. You’ll learn in the field through immersive experiences, from kayaking in the bayou, to studying the ecology and coastal erosion of the Mississippi River Delta, to spending a summer learning about endangered animals and coastal law in the Florida Keys. 

No GRE or LSAT required to apply.