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International JD Dual Degree Conference
The Second Annual International JD Dual Degree Conference
April 2nd and 3rd, 2012
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Specialized Summer Programs in DC
WCL offers over 35 study abroad programs in 21 countries on 6 continents.
These exciting and diverse study abroad opportunities include short term summer programs, semester exchange opportunities, and international dual degrees.
Almost 50% of WCL JD students graduating in 2012 will have had a legal education experience abroad.
What Students Say:
"The new experiences in a foreign legal system and in a new culture are invaluable and an opportunity of a lifetime."
- JD/Master I/Master II Student, Université Paris Ouest Nanterre la Défense
"I participated in WCL's Summer Program in The Hague, and I was able to return to The Hague and intern at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. Now, I have more contacts, and a greater chance of securing a position in the international legal field."
- WCL Hague Summer Law Program Participant.
96% of WCL students who have studied abroad would recommend studying abroad at WCL.
88% say that studying abroad was a valuable part of their legal education.
Did You Know?
Students do not pay any tuition for the fourth year in International JD Dual Degree programs.
Summer Abroad programs cost the same as the equivalent number of credits in DC, but also include housing in a foreign country.
The Second Annual International JD Dual Degree Conference
American University Washington College of Law is pleased to announce that it will hold the International Legal Education Abroad Conference on April 2nd and 3rd, 2012. Visit the conference website to learn more and register.
WCL Study Abroad Opportunities
