
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!
Madrid
5/28/26 - 6/27/26
$5,595
3
3/1/26
4/1/26
All Levels
High School Graduate
2.5
Some courses may have prerequisites.
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.
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 |
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Contemporary Issues in Law: Pre-Law International Immersion * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
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*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.
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.
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.
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 |
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May 28
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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
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Orientation
Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held. |
June 01
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Classes Begin
Classes begin at CEA CAPA on this day. |
June 26
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Classes End
This is the last day of classes at CEA CAPA. |
June 27
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Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day. |
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.