Pre-Law Immersive Studies

Madrid, Spain
Pre-Law Immersive Studies

About the Program

Explore the possibilities of a legal profession in the Pre-Law Immersive Studies program. Through direct engagement with international law firms and legal institutions, you’ll discuss topics such as human rights, commercial law, intellectual property, and environmental law. You’ll rotate through multiple firms and participate in legal excursions that give you firsthand insight into the global legal landscape. Whether observing courtroom proceedings or discussing privacy law with practicing attorneys, you’ll build a nuanced understanding across a range of legal areas.

Gain practical exposure to legal specialties, sharpen your analytical thinking, and develop intercultural competencies that prepare you for the rigors of law school and beyond. Earn academic credit while building a competitive edge for law school admissions!

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Madrid

Dates:

5/28/26 - 6/27/26

Price:

$5,595

Credits:

3

Deadlines

Apply By:

3/1/26

Withdraw By:

4/1/26

Requirements

Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
Transcript - Unofficial
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

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Where You'll Study

3

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

In our signature experiential pre-law course, Contemporary Issues in Law: Pre-Law International Immersion¸ you’ll prepare for law firm visits and legal excursions through readings and assignments designed to deepen your understanding of the topics covered.  Guided by your faculty member, you’ll have the unique opportunity to engage directly with practicing lawyers from the host country in various types of firms.

Choose the course option that works best for you: Stay focused on your pre-law immersion with the 1-course option or choose another CEA CAPA study center course with the 2-course option.

Courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. Overall, you may earn 12-15 credits. CEA CAPA courses meet Monday through Thursday.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Contemporary Issues in Law: Pre-Law International Immersion * 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Madrid. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
May 28
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Adolfo Suárez Madrid Barajas Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their housing.

May 29
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.

June 01
Classes Begin

Classes begin at CEA CAPA on this day.

June 26
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at CEA CAPA.

June 27
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$5,595
$5,595
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,700
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$165
$165
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$196
$350
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$210
$560
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$280
$560
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$280
$420
TOTAL EXPENSES $7,526 $9,350