Graduate Certificate in Insurance Law
The Graduate Certificate in Insurance Law is a 12-credit graduate program designed to be flexible for working professionals who want to deepen their understanding of insurance law and risk regulation. Whether you're a new practitioner or a seasoned professional transitioning into the field, this certificate offers unparalleled access to the nation’s top faculty and resources in insurance law.
This is the only graduate certificate program in insurance law in the United States, developed by the nation's top-ranked Insurance Law Center, and is designed to equip students with advanced, practice-ready knowledge in a condensed format. Learn more about our program below.
Program Overview
Who is this certificate for?
- Attorneys newly assigned to insurance work
- Legal professionals at insurers or law firms seeking advancement
- Regulators aiming to strengthen their subject-matter expertise
- LLM-curious applicants exploring a deeper degree later on
Modality
- Virtual and in-person options
- Evening classes ideal for working professionals
- Most students complete the program in 3–4 semesters
- Fully asynchronous or live online as needed
Points of Distinction
This is the premier program of its kind, taught by a distinguished faculty of law professors and nationally recognized practitioners.
Curriculum
Credit Requirements
This program is 12 total credits ($1,326 per credit) and is typically completed in 3-4 semesters. Classes are scheduled for evenings to fit around working professionals schedules.
Required Course
- Principles of Insurance Law (3 credits – may be waived with relevant experience)
Elective Courses
- Alternative Risk Management
- Captive Insurance Law
- Cyber Insurance
- Employee Benefits / ERISA
- Health Care Financing
- Insurance and Discrimination
- Insurance Litigation
- Insurance Regulation
- Insurance Solvency
- Islamic Finance and Investment Law
- Law of Marine Insurance
- Law, Regulation, and Financing of InsurTech Startups
- Liability Insurance
- Life Insurance, Long-Term Care & Annuities
- Mass Torts and Insurance
- Property Insurance
- Principles of Reinsurance
- Surety Law
Optional Bundles
Students are free to mix and match courses that are relevant to their related career goals. They may also choose to focus on a particular area such as the following:
- Regulation & Compliance: Insurance Regulation; Insurance Solvency; Insurance and Discrimination
- Claims & Litigation: Insurance Litigation; Property Insurance; Liability Insurance
- Insurance & Emerging Technologies: Cyber Insurance; Law, Regulation and Financing of InsurTech Startups; Insurance Regulation
Admissions
Who's Eligible
To apply for this graduate certificate, applicants must satisfy one of the following:
- JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- An international law degree
- An advanced degree in a related field with significant legal or insurance experience (case to case basis)
Required Application Materials
- Online application
- Resume or CV
- Official transcripts
- Personal statement
- English proficiency test (if applicable)
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the fall 2025 semester is July 23, 2025.
Please note that this application will be going through the Graduate School at Storrs and their admissions.
Career Outcomes
Skills Acquired
- Deep understanding of legal frameworks governing insurance products and regulation
- The ability to analyze contracts and manage litigation unique to insurance
- Practical expertise in regulatory compliance, financial oversight, and policy development
Career Paths
- In-house counsel at insurance companies
- Regulatory agencies
- Private practice (litigation, coverage, compliance)
- Employer-sponsored upskilling for new insurance attorneys
Students may apply the certificate toward an advanced standing in UConn’s LLM in Insurance Law if they choose to continue their studies.
Faculty & Leadership
Program Director
Travis Pantin
Associate Professor of Law
Director, Insurance Law Center
travis.pantin@uconn.edu
Message from the Director
“This program fills a growing need for focused, flexible legal education in insurance law. It’s perfect for attorneys seeking specialized knowledge without the full commitment of an LLM—offering deep substance, real-world relevance, and access to the best faculty in the field.”
— Professor Travis Pantin
