Application Process and Course Registration
Who is eligible for the Specialized Human Rights Program?
In order to apply, candidates must meet at least one of the following criteria:
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Hold a law degree either from a U.S. law school accredited by the American Bar Association or from a foreign law school with equivalent standards;
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Hold a bachelors degree from an accredited institution in a field related to international affairs, government, political science, journalism, or any other field related to human rights;
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Be enrolled in a law degree program at a U.S. law school accredited by the American Bar Association or a foreign law school with equivalent standards and have completed the first year of law school.
When does the Academy start accepting applications?
January 1, 2012
When is the application deadline?
The last day to apply is May 1, 2012. However, you must keep in mind that this will only allow a couple of weeks to process your visa, which may not be enough time. If you decide to apply later than this date, you may do so by paying an expedited application fee of $100 instead of $65 dollars. Applicants who apply late will not be guaranteed to have their materials or books on the first day of class. All courses should be paid for by May 18, 2012.
What is the Letter of Interest?
The Letter of Interest is a 1 page letter that briefly tells the Academy (1) why you are interested in attending the Program of Advanced Studies and (2) how the program complements your career and/or career goals.
How should I send in the application?
We encourage participants to apply via our online application since it is the easiest and most effective method. The Statement of Interest may be attached to the online application. However, participants may also print out the application forms and send them via regular mail to:
Program of Advanced Studies
Academy on Human Rights & Humanitarian Law
4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016-8181
When do participants register for courses?
After applicants submit all the application materials, the academy reviews them. Once applicants are accepted they will receive an acceptance letter and the requested courses will be automatically registered. This applies only for Certificate of Attendance, and Diploma.
Is there an orientation?
Yes, orientation will be held on Monday, May 28, 2012 beginning at 5pm. Please arrive on time since orientation is mandatory. This is where you can pick up your course materials, change courses and buy tickets for all of the program events.
Do WCL students need to fill out an application to enroll in the program?
No, the application, essay and recommendation letters are for participants who are not currently enrolled at the Washington College of Law.
Where can I find more information about the program and course prerequisites?
For more information please look at our web pages on courses and admission requirements.
What is the maximum number of courses that I can register for?
You can register for as many courses as you wish, as long as the class times don’t interfere.
Do I need to demonstrate my proficiency in English or Spanish to take the courses I want?
No. You can determine whether your English or Spanish is adequate to satisfactorily perform in the courses that you register for.
Are the courses translated into other languages?
No. You will need to be able to speak and understand the language in which the course is presented in order to attend. |
