Southwestern has formally established an exchange program with The Hague University of Applied Sciences. This program allows two Southwestern students to attend The Hague Law School for up to one year of study, with credits earned there counting toward completion of their J.D. degree from Southwestern.
The Hague Law School is part of The Hague University, located in perhaps the most important center for international law in the world. The Hague is home to 150 international organizations, including the International Criminal Court, the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, the Iran-United States Claims Tribunal, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, the Permanent Court of Arbitration (the oldest institution for international dispute resolution), and the International Court of Justice, among many others. The Hague Law School features many courses that capitalize on their unique location, including courses such as: Crimes of an International Character, Crimes Against Humanity and Genocide, International Humanitarian Law, The International Criminal Tribunals for the former Yugoslavia and for Rwanda, Introduction to European Union Law, European Private Law, European Union Immigration Law, and many others.
Dates and Deadlines
The Hague Law School is on a calendar that is different from that typical of US law schools. This initial exchange will take place over Southwestern's Spring Semester and will extend partially into the Summer Session. All courses are taught in English.
The deadline to be considered for the
Spring 2012 semester is October 25, 2011.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Tuition for the program is paid to Southwestern. Students who anticipate a need for financial aid while in the Netherlands should contact Southwestern's Financial Aid Office.
Contact
For additional information and application materials, contact:
Anne Wilson, Special Assistant to the Dean
Study Abroad Office, W616
Southwestern Law School
3050 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Tel: (213) 738-5707
Fax: (213) 383-1688
Email: hague@swlaw.edu
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