Study Abroad

Colorado Law sponsors study abroad programs for our law students to help them understand the international community and to prepare them for an increasingly global legal market.Ìý These programs seek to provide students with greater understanding of international and comparative law; to offer exposure to the legal, social, political, and cultural environments of the relevant countries; and to enable students to help clients and communities address the increasingly complicated legal demands of our global community and its multiple legal systems.

The current offerings are:

  • Bucerius Law School Semester Exchange ProgramÌýin Hamburg, Germany
  • Universidad Pontificia Comillas (ICADE)ÌýSemesterÌýExchange Program in Madrid, Spain
  • Melbourne Law School Semester Exchange ProgramÌýin Melbourne, Australia
  • University of Alberta Dual Degree Program (Inactive)Ìý- this program is currently on hold and not accepting applications

In addition, Colorado Law students may apply to attend any ABA-accredited study abroad program or may work with the Dean's Office to design a custom study abroad program tailored to their specific interests. For further information regarding credit transfers and other curricular concerns, please contact Colorado Law's Director of International Programs, Mr. Jimmy Ilseng, at: jimmy.ilseng@colorado.edu.ÌýÌý

Exchange Program Eligibility: The typical semester-long exchange program is completed in the fall semester of the 3L year and Colorado Law prioritizes applications for participation during the 3L year. However, we can consider an application to participate in an exchange program in the spring semester of the 2L year. All students are expected to have completed the entirety of the 1L coursework and, subsequently, have the academic foundations to assure the quality of their experience in an exchange program.

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Colorado Law Semester Exchange Programs

Bucerius Law School Exchange Program in Hamburg, Germany

The Ìýis a fall-semester program available to law students from nearly 30 countries worldwide who have completed two years of law school and wish to broaden and extend their understanding of the forces shaping international, comparative, and domestic law. Program participants work closely with academics and experienced practitioners to gain insight into legal practice and explore current topics within German, European and transnational frameworks.

Courses: are taught in English, and students with proficient German-language skills are welcome to sit in on regular classes taught to Bucerius students in the German LLB program. The program is divided into two sessions, each session extending over six weeks, followed by an exam week. Some courses are offered for the duration of the session or term; others are offered as three- or four-week compact courses. Most courses are worth 2 credits. In these courses, experienced Bucerius and international professors, as well as legal practitioners, bring the world of German, European, and international law and legal practice to international students.

Generally, Colorado Law exchange students can anticipate the completion of 14-15 Colorado Law credits at Bucerius, as Bucerius' course credit system is based on ABA guideline. Students may select as many courses as they want but should consult with Colorado Law regarding the transfer of credits and any additional course load requirements. The acceptance of credit for any course in the program is subject to determination by Colorado Law.ÌýÌý

To Apply: For application deadlines and to apply, click . For questions, please contact our Director of International Programs,Ìý