Exchange program

Tuition Fee

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Start Date

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Medium of studying

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Duration

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Details

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Major

Business Law | Commercial Law | International Law

Area of study

Law

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

The Exchange program at Duke University School of Law is designed for international students who wish to study law in the United States.

Application Review

The application review process includes a thorough evaluation of a candidate's performance in previous law studies. Also of special significance are the applicant's areas of special interest and expertise, professional and personal goals, strong letters of recommendation, and English proficiency.

Admission Decisions

Admission decisions are made soon after the application deadlines.

Application Procedures

Applicants to the exchange program must submit their application materials directly to the International Admissions office. Application materials may also be submitted electronically.

Application Checklist

The following items are required to complete your application for Exchange program admission:

Application form completed
Resume
Personal statement 2-5 pages in length
Transcripts for all previously attended academic institutions
Recommendation letters
TOEFL score report

Application Deadline

The recommended application deadline for the Exchange program is March 15 for the fall semester, and by September 15 for the spring semester.

How to Apply

You may submit your application materials in hard copy form directly to the International Admissions office. Application materials may also be submitted electronically.

Resume

Please submit a resume with your application.

Personal Statement

Provide a statement about your professional and educational experience, goals in studying law in the United States, future plans, previous overseas experience, and anything else relevant to your application.

Recommendation Letters

A minimum of at least one letter of recommendation should be submitted on behalf of the Exchange program applicant. Such letters should not be from relatives or close family friends.

Academic Transcripts

Transcripts for all previously attended academic institutions must be submitted. Transcripts may be submitted directly by the applicant with their application materials.

TOEFL Score Report

Register for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) at least two months before the examination is given. TOEFL scores must be less than two years old from the date of application to be considered valid. Duke's TOEFL institution code is 5156 and its department code is 03. Students admitted to the Exchange program have scores of at least 98 on the Internet-based test (iBT).

International Studies

Duke University School of Law offers various international studies programs, including the LLM, SJD, and Exchange Program.

LLM

The LLM program is designed for international students who wish to study law in the United States. The program offers various certificates and degree requirements.

SJD

The SJD program is designed for students who wish to pursue a doctoral degree in law. The program offers various research areas and degree requirements.

Alumni

Duke University School of Law has a strong alumni network, with various international alumni activities and advisory boards.

Financial Assistance & Budget

Duke University School of Law offers various financial assistance and budget options for international students.

Summer Institutes

Duke University School of Law offers various summer institutes for international students, including programs in law and business.

Visiting Scholars

Duke University School of Law offers various visiting scholar programs for international students and faculty.