ACADEMIC CREDIT: WCL JD, LLM, Students
WCL students taking these courses for academic credit need to register manually for the specialized summer courses by emailing registrationservices@wcl.american.edu and include their name, AU ID#, and the course name and number. A maximum of two academic credits in one week is allowed.
Course Number | Course Name | Course Credit |
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LAW 719B1-001 | False Claims Act in the Health Care Industry | 1 credit |
LAW 719JJ-001 | Pharmaceuticals and the Law | 1 credit |
LAW 719-008 | Health Care Business Transactions | 1 credit |
If you have questions about registering for the appropriate courses, please contact the Program Director directly.
Please note that no credits will be awarded until attendance is confirmed by the Program Director and the final grades are submitted.
Students taking the courses for academic credit may register for a maximum of two (2) academic credits per week.
ACADEMIC CREDIT: Visiting Students and Practitioners Applying for Academic Credit
Applications must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office. 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 the Washington College of Law must accompany your application. Visiting students can apply to use some credits toward a future LLM degree from the Washington College of Law. Please speak with the program director for further information on this option.
Course Number | Course Name | Course Credit |
---|---|---|
LAW 719B1-001 | False Claims Act in the Health Care Industry | 1 credit |
LAW 719JJ-001 | Pharmaceuticals and the Law | 1 credit |
LAW 719-008 | Health Care Business Transactions | 1 credit |
If you have questions about registering for the appropriate courses, please contact the Program Director directly.
Please note that no credits will be awarded until attendance is confirmed by the Program Director and the final grades are submitted.
Students taking the courses for academic credit may register for a maximum of two (2) academic credits per week.
CERTIFICATE: US Practitioners and Foreign Attorneys
All courses can be taken for professional development. Upon completion of the program, a Certificate of Attendance will be presented to the participants.
To apply, candidates must 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; Candidates who do not hold a law degree but have certain work experiences may be eligible to apply. Please email the program director at scielzo@wcl.american.edu with your request to apply along with a current resume.
Registration
Apply Now for Summer 2017
Fax or Mail: Please contact the Program directly for a PDF of the program application.
NOTE: A US $65 non-refundable application fee must be sent with the registration form.
PROGRAM CHANGES AND WITHDRAWALS
Applicants who have registered or paid a deposit will be informed promptly of any changes in the Summer Session's course offerings and, in the unlikely event of a course cancellation, will receive a full refund for the course (excluding the application fee of $65, which is non-refundable). Requests for refunds should be directed to the following Offices:
For Academic Credit
Applicants who have registered or paid a deposit should notify us immediately in case of withdrawal. Students who have registered to receive academic credit must also contact the Office of the Registrar for information about withdrawal forms and deadlines. You can contact the Office of the Registrar at:
Office of the Registrar
American University Washington College of Law
4300 Nebraska Avenue, NW, Suite C101
Washington, DC 20016
Tel: 202-274-4080
Fax: 202-274-4085
For Certificate of Attendance
Refund is only available if you withdraw at least five business days before the start of classes. Cancellations after that time will not be refunded, however,seminar materials will be provided. Substitutions will be considered. Requests for refunds should be directed to:
Health Law & Policy Summer Institute
American University Washington College of Law
Attn: Asha Scielzo
4300 Nebraska Avenue, NW, Suite Y346
Washington, DC 20016
scielzo@wcl.american.edu