There are many factors to consider when searching for a law school study abroad program. These include location, length of time, whether to register through an American school, study abroad company or directly at a school overseas, and which area of law to focus on. Online databases such as the ones at the links shown below list foreign law schools and law-related study abroad programs. Some, such as the Legal Study Abroad Headquarters, show which options are ABA-approved.
Once you've selected a program, get the application and related documents ready. Go over what is required and what deadlines you'll need to meet. It may be necessary to pass certain exams, acquire letters of recommendation, and show proof of prior degrees, courses and grades.
Apply for admission after everything is in order. If anything is at all confusing during the application process, contact the university or program staff to ensure that nothing is missing when you apply.
When figuring out the financial details of going to law school in another country, keep in mind that financial aid is available for studying abroad. This typically can be used in addition to regular financial aid for undergraduate and post-graduate studies. Fellowships, scholarships and grants are also out there, so remember to look into those.
After you've been accepted is when the excitement starts and you can begin to plan your big adventure. Housing, class schedule, possible side trips, transportation, extracurricular activities and other details may need to be sorted out, but that's all part of the fun. Even during this planning stage, you'll start to become more familiar (if you aren't already) with the nation that you'll soon be calling home.
