How To Learn More About Law Study Abroad

There are countless opportunities for university students to study in foreign countries.

If you are in law school and are interested in law study abroad, it is important to understand and find out what counts towards your education and what may not. Checking out The American Bar Association, or ABA, is an excellent resource when it comes to learning more about law school and foreign education. Speaking to an counselor at your university can also be very helpful because they may be able to find a foreign study program that is ideal for your educational and future career goals.

On the website of the American Bar Association, you can see which semester, summer and coop foreign study programs are available for which schools. For example, The University of Akron has only one program, in Geneva Switzerland. However some schools like The University of Baltimore has a variety of programs in places like Scotland, Israel and The Netherlands. So as you can see, the school you are a student of makes a big difference in where you can participate in study abroad.

There are a variety of reasons to study subjects of law in a foreign country. If you plan to go into international law, or want to work with a firm that handles international clients, this kind of study abroad can be very beneficial. Not only does it provide you with valuable education, you learn about other cultures and gain life experience. Both universities and employers look favorably on these types of programs when reviewing an application, resume or curriculum vitae. It shows them that you are someone willing to go beyond what is required to expand your education and experience.

If you would like to learn more information about law study abroad, the American Bar Association has lots of great information. And as previously mentioned, there is more than likely a professional at your school who handles foreign study programs. If you decide to commit to a foreign program, you will need to take care of legalities like insurance, your passport and any required vaccines before you are allowed to travel. In some cases foreign study is a solo pursuit, in others students travel in small groups to the same place. Make sure you are clear on all the details before signing up for an overseas study program.











 

University Study Abroad News:

 

Study Abroad officially closes Niger program
Although Boston University Study Abroad terminated its Niger program in December after two semesters on hold, BU officials said they are actively working to set up a new West African site. Officials collaborated with non-governmental organizations in a safety analysis of Niger and concluded it remains unsafe to send students due to heightened terrorist and [.]..


Study abroad cuts programs
Students received an email last week that stated one study abroad program will be cancelled indefinitely while another will be postponed temporarily...


UL launches study abroad program in China
University of Louisiana at Lafayette students now have an opportunity to study abroad in China...


Study Abroad Fair highlights unique academic opportunities
By: Lacey Palmer Representatives from the West Virginia University Office of International Programs highlighted the best features of countries around the globe during the annual Study Abroad Fair held Wednesday in the..


Achievements of local people - Evansville Courier & Press

Achievements of local people
Evansville Courier & Press
Nathan Ramsey, a graduate of Tell City High School, will spend the spring semester studying abroad in Nice, France. Ramsey is majoring in civil engineering at UE and will study at Euro-American Institute in a program run by CEA Global Education.

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Study Abroad Office launches new "alternative spring break" program
Some University of Iowa students will delve into the Costa Rican forests during a time other college students choose to party or relax...


Spring study abroad fair promotes Techs overseas education
Texas Tech hosted a study abroad fair Wednesday in the Student Union Building Ballroom, to give students a chance to learn more about the hundreds of opportunities the university provides for foreign..


CIPA Suspends Abroad Program In Cairo, Egypt Due to Political Violence
As a result of political turmoil and protests led by university students in Egypt during Arab Spring EUR” when uprisings took place throughout the Middle East last spring EUR” the Emory University Center for International Programs Abroad (CIPA) has suspended the Universitys study abroad program in Cairo, Egypt for all of 2012. The reasons for the suspension stem from concern for the safety of ...


 

 

 

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