The University of Richmond has partnerships with leading universities around the world. Law students are encouraged to study abroad for a semester or year at one of Richmond's partner universities as a way to broaden their legal educations and add international experiences to their resumes.
Not sure how to get started? Use this step-by-step guide or visit the main Office of International Education Web site.
The accreditation rules of the American Bar Association allow law students to count a semester or year-long law study abroad program toward the six semesters necessary to earn the law degree.
Advanced foreign language skills are not necessary for a semester abroad-many of Richmond's partner universities offer at least a portion of their law curriculum in English, as well as in their native languages. Most recently, University of Richmond School of Law students have studied abroad for a semester in the Netherlands, Italy, Hong Kong, and South Korea.
Financial aid applies to Richmond semester abroad programs. Additionally, financial incentives are available for law students who go abroad. These include:
See the Law School Program Options flier about Richmond partner universities that are particularly good for law students.
For more information about legal studies abroad, contact Professor Daniel Murphy or a staff member in the Office of International Education. The Office of International Education welcomes walk-in appointments Monday-Thursday, 2-4 p.m. in Carol Weinstein Center, Suite 103.