Program on International Organizations, Law and Diplomacy - Geneva

ABA-Required Study Abroad Program Disclosures

1. Program dates

July 1 – July 19, 2013

2. Program location(s)

Geneva, Switzerland

3. Description of program

The Geneva Summer Program on International Organizations, Law and Diplomacy offers students an in-depth look at international issues through direct contact with experts on international trade, intellectual property, labor, and human rights/humanitarian law at organizations such as WIPO, ILO, and the WTO. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of legal, diplomatic, and social scientific approaches to multilateralism.

4. Anticipated enrollment

30-40 participants

5. Relationship with foreign institution (if any beyond facilities and minimal services)

N/A

6. Number of students who participated last year from WCL

13

7. Number of students who participated last year from guest institutions

11

8. Countries likely to be represented by students

US, Canada, EU, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and more

9. Number of students from countries likely to be represented

Majority likely to be from the US

10. Description of each course (including credits)

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/courses.cfm

11. Schedule of classes (including days and times for each)

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/courses.cfm

12. Student performance requirements

Students are expected to attend and participate in classes and successfully pass the written final exam.

13. Grading method

Grades will be based on the final exam, attendance, and participation.

14. Enrollment limitations on any course offered

N/A

15. Criteria for enrollment (including prerequisites)

Candidates for J.D., LL.M., S.J.D., and M.A. degrees (with a focus on international organizations, law and diplomacy) may enroll for academic credit. Practitioners and non-US students may enroll for a Certificate of Completion at the discretion of the program director.

16. Statement that student's home school determines acceptance of credit received (for course, externship or clinical offering)

Applicants who intend to transfer credits should inquire about their law school’s policy on that issue: acceptance of any credit or grade for any course taken in the program, including externships or any clinical offerings, is subject to determination by the student’s home school. Applicants should be aware that participation in the program is unlikely to accelerate graduation for a full-time student.

17. Descriptive biography of the program director

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/professors.cfm

18. Descriptive biographies (including academic credentials and experience) of each faculty member contributing to a course

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/professors.cfm

19. Information of informed contact person at each sponsoring law school (name, address, telephone, fax)

Marc LeBlanc, Program Coordinator
American University Washington College of Law
4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016-8181
mleblanc@wcl.american.edu
P: 202-895-4530
F: 202-895-4533

20. Complete statement of tuition

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/fees.cfm

21. Complete statement of fees

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/fees.cfm

22. Complete statement of anticipated living costs and other expected costs

http://www.wcl.american.edu/internationalorganizations/fees.cfm
http://www.wcl.american.edu/finaid/cost.cfm

23. Description and location of classrooms

Classes will be held in the facilities of the relevant international organizations including the WTO, ILO, and WIPO.

24. Description and location of administrative offices

Administrative offices are at the Washington College of Law (see contact above) and will also be on-site during the program.

25. Accessibility of country, city and facilities to students with disabilities

While in Switzerland, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation different from what you find in the United States. Certain difficulties may be encountered for people with disabilities, and Switzerland is in the process of improving these facilities.

26. Circumstances under which the program is subject to cancellation

The program is subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment, force majeure, a US State Department Travel Warning or other good cause.

27. How cancellation will be communicated to students

Students will be contacted through the email address provided when they registered. It will also be posted to the program website.

28. What arrangements will be made in the event of cancellation

In the event of cancellation, best efforts will be made to place students in alternative programs.

29. Information about any prior cancellations (if any)

N/A

30. State Department travel information

No warnings currently in effect. http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1034.html

31. Refund policy in the event of student withdrawal

In the event of student withdrawal, the $100 application fee and the $500 seat deposit are non-refundable. If a student withdraws before the program begins, all additional payments will be refunded with the exception of committed lodging payments which may not be recouped. If a student withdraws after the program begins, all additional payments except those used for room and board before the withdrawal will be refunded.

32. Refund Policy in the event of program cancellation or termination

In the event of program cancellation or termination, students will be refunded any unused program fees they have paid, other than the application fee.