Summer Program Registration and Costs
Costs:
The Summer Law Programs Abroad charge a standard program fee of $9,018 which includes 6 tuition credits, housing, reading materials, health insurance (during the official dates of the program), organized tours, receptions, and transportation to program activities. Participants are responsible for the cost of all international travel, for most meals, and for commuting to and from classes (when applicable). Please see individual program websites for more information regarding costs associated with the program.
Each Specialized Summer Program in D.C. charges according to separate fee structures for certificate of attendance or CLE credit. Students applying for academic credit will be charged $1,503 per credit hour. Total Specialized Summer Session costs will depend on number of credits taken. Please see individual program websites for a complete cost breakdown.
Registration:
Please apply to the Summer Programs Abroad via the online application at www.wcl.american.edu/summer/abroad. Application for admission is on a rolling basis, but interested students are strongly encouraged to apply early, as the program may fill before the deadline. Please see individual program websites for specific application deadlines. Visiting students must also supply a letter of good standing and permission by their Dean or Registrar for the application to be considered.
Current American University Washington College of Law JD and LL.M. students choosing to enroll in the Specialized Summer Programs in D.C. do not need to submit a separate application. Please enroll through your my.american.edu account.
Visiting students who wish to accelerate graduation by enrolling for summer courses must consult and have permission from their home institutions. A letter of good standing and permission to enroll at American University Washington College of Law must accompany your application. Please use the appropriate application on the individual program website to receive academic credit.
Participants choosing to enroll for a Certificate of Attendance or CLE credit should complete the application form on the individual program website.
NOTE: American University Washington College of Law is an accredited CLE provider for Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York and accreditation will be applied for with these states, together with any other states as requested.
Financial Aid:
Financial Aid is available to current JD and LLM students who will be enrolled for a minimum of 6 credits during the summer session. Please consult the financial aid office for specific information on applying for summer session financial aid.
Visiting students should consult their home school financial aid office for information on funding for a summer session..
Participants registering for Certificate of Attendance may be eligible for individual program scholarships. Please see individual program websites for more information on applying for scholarships. Unfortunately, federal financial aid is not available for participants applying for Certificate of Attendance or CLE credit.