Program Overview

Introduction to the Fowler School of Law

The Fowler School of Law at Chapman University offers a range of academic programs for students pursuing a career in law. These programs are designed to provide a comprehensive education in law, preparing students for the challenges of the legal profession.

Academic Programs

• Juris Doctor Degree: The Juris Doctor (JD) degree is a professional doctorate that is required for individuals who wish to practice law in the United States.
• JD Curriculum & Courses: The JD curriculum includes a wide range of courses that cover various aspects of law, including constitutional law, contracts, torts, and property law.
• JD Certificate Programs: The school offers several certificate programs that allow students to specialize in specific areas of law, such as business law, entertainment law, or environmental law.
• Experiential Clinics: The school's experiential clinics provide students with hands-on experience in legal practice, allowing them to work with real clients and cases.
• Externship Programs: The externship programs offer students the opportunity to gain practical experience in a legal setting, working under the supervision of experienced attorneys.
• Study Abroad: The school offers a study abroad program in Cambridge, England, which allows students to study international and comparative law.
• JD | MFA Joint Degree: The school offers a joint JD/MFA degree program, which allows students to pursue both a law degree and a Master of Fine Arts degree.
• JD | MBA Joint Degree: The school also offers a joint JD/MBA degree program, which allows students to pursue both a law degree and a Master of Business Administration degree.
• Academic Achievement Program: The Academic Achievement Program provides support and resources for students who need help with their academic studies.
• Bar Exam Preparation: The school offers a bar exam preparation program, which helps students prepare for the bar exam and become licensed attorneys.

Study Abroad Program

Overview

The study abroad program in Cambridge, England, is a summer program that allows students to study international and comparative law. The program is offered in partnership with Samford University's Cumberland School of Law and Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law.

Educational Objectives

The program is designed to provide students with a broader perspective on European and other legal systems. Students will have the opportunity to take courses in international and comparative law, and to live in the UK for a month.

Program Details

• The program is a summer program that takes place in Cambridge, England.
• Students will take a one-credit course in the English legal system, and will choose two elective courses (two credits each) for the remainder of the program.
• The program is open to law students in good standing at an American Bar Association-approved law school, graduates of approved law schools in their country of origin or residence, or members of the bar.

How to Enroll

Students who are interested in enrolling in the study abroad program should contact Samford University's Cumberland School of Law. Students will need to request a letter of good standing from the Fowler School of Law Office of the Law Registrar.

Conclusion

The Fowler School of Law at Chapman University offers a range of academic programs that are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in law. The school's study abroad program in Cambridge, England, provides students with a unique opportunity to study international and comparative law, and to gain a broader perspective on European and other legal systems.