Intellectual Property (Graduate Certificate)

The Graduate Certificate is designed for lawyers, students, business executives, patent or trademark practitioners, technology managers or professionals who want to gain substantial knowledge and practical skills through academic coursework.


UNH Franklin Pierce has been a leader in intellectual property and legal education for 50 years. Founded by inventors and entrepreneurs, the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law is a pioneering powerhouse, committed to training the next generation of great lawyers through an emphasis on practice-based learning. UNH Franklin Pierce offers unique opportunities to practice skills, work side-by-side with faculty, and network with global leaders. Our active and close-knit community ensures that you will build relationships that last throughout your career. Upon graduation, you will join the ranks of our 6,000 alumni in more than 80 countries.

All applicants must submit transcripts of a baccalaureate degree. Applicants to the LL.M. degree program must submit transcripts of a completed J.D., LL.B or recognized equivalent first professional degree in law.Two letters of recommendation are required. If you graduated from university within the past five years, one recommendation should come from a professor. Please include information about your education, extracurricular engagements, professional experience, publications, etc.ESSAYPlease address:Your goalsHow your work and professional experience qualifies you to further your legal studiesHow you intend to apply your advanced degree