ASU Law Talks is a resource blog from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, featuring helpful articles by expert law faculty and staff with deep knowledge in legal education. Our stories include Q&A sessions, helpful tips and clear insights answering common questions about law school, advanced degrees, program comparisons and career possibilities, empowering you to make informed decisions about your legal education journey.
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Learn how federal financial aid changes affect current ASU Law students, including legacy protection, loan limits, part-time enrollment and repayment options.
Learn why ASU Law created the MLS in Health Care Compliance and Administration to meet growing regulatory, workforce and leadership needs in health care.
Graduate and professional student financing is changing for students beginning studies in fall 2026 or later. Here is what future law students need to know to plan for financing their legal education.
Discover why ASU Law is recognized as a leader in legal education innovation through its online JD program, AI and Legal Tech Studio, new health law master's degree and commitment to expanding access to justice.
Wondering how to prepare for law school? ASU Law Director of Academic Success Alyssa Dragnich shares practical advice on what to do the summer before your 1L year, from building reading and typing skills to developing healthy habits and arriving ready to succeed.
Explore ASU Law’s new Master of Legal Studies in Health Care Compliance and Administration (MLS Health), an online graduate degree designed for health care professionals seeking expertise in compliance, administration, privacy and health care leadership without becoming lawyers.
Learn how the American Indian Policy Institute’s Legislative Tracking Dashboard helps Tribal Nations monitor federal legislation, executive orders and policy developments affecting sovereignty, funding and governance in real time.
