Eligibility
NYU Law Abroad is designed primarily for third year NYU Law students; exceptions for second year students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, with permission of the Vice Dean and the faculty program directors. The Exchange program allows participants during either semester of their second year, or during the fall semester of their third year. Law Review members may not go abroad during their second academic year. Transfer students must complete one year at NYU Law before they can study abroad. Visiting non-matriculated students cannot participate in the program.
Prospective applicants to NYU Law Abroad in Buenos Aires and Paris in Spring 2023 should consider preparations for the semester abroad shortly after the conclusion of the application cycle, and notification of admission has been received. This includes securing a passport valid through at least the end of 2023, ensuring vaccinations are completed and an official record is available, and planning for Fall 2022 course registration. 3L applicants should ensure that they are prepared to complete any remaining graduation requirements during the Fall 2022 semester.
Dual Degree Eligibility
Students in the following dual degree programs are subject to regular eligibility policies for NYU Law Abroad and Exchange:
- JD/LLM in International Law & JD/LLM In Taxation
- JD/MA or PhD in Economics, History, Philosophy or Politics
- Dual Degrees with the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University
- Dual Degree with Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University
Students in the following dual degree programs are subject to certain restrictions:
- JD/MBA.: Provided that 3L participants have completed all MBA credits and that Jacobson scholars work out the year-long seminar requirement with Prof. Helen Scott.
- JD/MPA or MUP: Participation limited to 2L year
- Dual Degree with the Silver School of Social Work at New York University: Participation limited to 3L year
Students in dual degree programs with Melbourne Law School at the University of Melbourne and National University of Singapore may not participate in NYU Law Abroad or Exchange program.
Academic Requirements
For either program, students will have to have completed all mandatory courses and, except in cases where the Faculty Program Director grants written permission, will have finished any incompletes before the program begins. Students are strongly encouraged to fulfill any writing requirements pending before participating in the program. Students who plan to carry out a directed research project or fulfill a writing requirement while abroad should request permission from the Faculty Program Director stating the general area of interest and the faculty member who will guide the work. Students must be in good academic standing and must be in financial compliance according to the Bursar’s policies.
Tuition and Fees
Students participating in Law Abroad or Exchange pay full tuition to NYU for the semester. There is no adjustment to tuition or fees. Students do not pay tuition or fees to any partner or host institution. Tuition covers the number of classes considered a full course load. Students who wish to take additional classes may do so at their expense.
Participation in Law Abroad or Exchange program should have no effect on an NYU law student's eligibility for financial aid grants or loans. Specific questions should be directed to the Office of Student Financial Services.
All costs related to travel, housing, books, and incidental expenses are the responsibility of the student.