Bar-Ilan University 
Ramat Gan, Israel
The Bar-Ilan University Website
Welcome to the Bar Ilan University Faculty of Law. Founded in 1970, the Faculty is today one of Israel's leading law schools. With about 30 full-time professors, some 80 adjunct professors, several distinguished short-term visiting professors from the world's leading law schools, and over 2,000 students in its LL.B., LL.M., M.A. and PhD programs, the Faculty has become a dynamic academic center with international reputation. The Faculty's rich academic programs are supplemented by its many legal clinics and research institutes, and together, its faculty and students have built a warm community and supportive learning environment that attracts excellent students from all over Israel.
PROGRAM DATES
The program is offered in the fall semester.
Fall (2011 is a little shorter than other years): October 30 - December 31
Spring: Please check the Bar-Ilan Student Exchange Website for the most updated information
Semester Abroad Application for WCL Students
Semester Abroad Application for Visiting Students
Please complete, sign, print, and fax or mail application to:
Study Abroad and International Exchange
Office of the Dean
4801 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
Fax: (202) 274-4005
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
The official language of instruction at Bar-Ilan University for the semester program is English, however, students with proficient Hebrew are welcome to take courses in either language.
COURSES
Students will receive up to 12 credits towards their law degree. Only the credits and not the grades will transfer per ABA requirements. The acceptance of any credit or grade for any courses taken at Bar-Ilan University, including externships and other clinical offerings, is subject to determination by the WCL, Office of the Registrar. WCL students will be enrolled in courses specifically geared to exchange students.
The following is a selection of courses offered at Bar-Ilan University:
- Law and the Holocaust
- Immigration Law
- Law and Development
- Transnational Regulation of Corporate Social Responsibility
- Universal Jurisdiction in International Law
- Current Topics in Trademark Law
- Consideration in Anglo-American Contract Law
- International Investment Law
- Introduction to Lawyering Skills and Values
- The European Union: Integration Through Law
HOUSING AND COST OF LIVING
Bar-Ilan does not offer on campus housing. The Bar-Ilan Students Dean's Office will assist students to find off-campus housing.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Study Abroad and International Exchange
Phone: (202) 274-4237 or (202) 274-4177
Email: studyabroad@wcl.american.edu
