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Question Archive: Financial Aid for Graduates

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2010-10-22 [04:19:07]
Question: Are there any scholarship for the international students having chronic disease or disability?

Answer: Each university is different in the U.S. and they may have programs for students such as yourself. That will take some searching on your part to find the universities that offer the major you wish to study and see what they may offer you. Many universities offer scholarships to international students.

Following are some websites that may help you:

http://www.miusa.org

Mobility International - Empowering people with disabilities around the world to achieve their human rights through international exchange and international development.

http://www.college-scholarships.com/learning_disabilities.htm

List of colleges with programs for students with learning disabilities.

2010-08-13 [16:48:54]
Question: I'm a medical graduate from Algeria. Assuming I pass all the required exams , how much would a residency in the US cost me ? Are residents paid by their hospitals? What are the different ways of financing one's residency?

Answer: Please check out the following links, I think they will answer most of your questions regarding residency in the USA.

http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/medical.phtml

http://gradschool.about.com/od/medicalschool/f/residency.htm

http://gradschool.about.com/od/medicalsurvival/Medical_School_Residency_Survival.htm

I'm not entirely sure that your medical school qualifications in Algeria would also transfer to the USA so if you are interested in information regarding financial aid for US medical schools please read on. Each university is different in their requirements and cost. It will take some research on your part to find the right one for you.

2010-07-09 [17:45:17]
Question: I am a consultant in Finance and a citizen of Kenya, East Africa. I need to be assisted to identify a one year fully funded MBA. Where can I get such assistance?

Answer: Each university is different in their requirements and cost. It will take research to find a fully funded MBA degree. The following websites my be of assistance to you:

UNIVERSITY SEARCH

http://colleges.fastweb.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.petersons.com/college-search.aspx

http://www.usnews.com/education

http://www.careersandcolleges.com/

http://www.utexas.edu/world/univ/

http://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.mba.com/

Community Colleges

http://www.utexas.edu/world/comcol/state/

FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.embark.com/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.careersandcolleges.com/tp2/cnc/login.do

http://www.internationalscholarships.com/

http://www.edupass.org/finaid/databases.phtml

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/mach25/app

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/finance/index.htm

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/Fellowships/PGA_046300

http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/funding

http://www.iaf.gov/Home.aspx

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.iie.org/cies

How to apply to US Graduate Schools

U.S. Graduate Schools are all independent, and each sets its own requirements for admission. Within each school individual programs may often have different requirements. These guidelines are written to assist you in your search for graduate education. It is advisable to start this process approximately one to one-and-a-half year(s) before you hope to begin studies.

In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term.

Obtain information about institutions which offer the program you want to pursue. Use reference guides, such as Peterson's Guide and the Directory of Graduate Programs, to locate specific institutions which offer the program at the degree level (Master's or Doctorate) you are seeking.

Write directly to the Graduate Admissions Offices of the institutions to obtain information and applications. Indicate the major academic area of interest to you.

Write to the academic department of the university.Carefully print your name and address on all such inquiries. Stress field of specialization, professional background, reasons for choosing particular faculty and ask for information on financial aid possibilities. You do not need the name of the department chairman or a professor to obtain an application. Advise each office that you have contacted the other.

Read thoroughly all materials received to determine whether the program you want is offered; whether you appear to meet the minimum academic requirement; if you require financial assistance, whether it is available for your proposed programs; and whether you can meet the application deadlines.

Apply to more than one institution. U.S. institutions receive many applications and often cannot accommodate all qualified applicants. You may decide which institution to attend after you have received your admission offers.

Complete the admission application carefully and legibly. Always give your name in exactly the same way on the application and in all correspondence. If some of your records are under a different name, be sure you indicate that on the application. Com plete all items on the application and submit all items requested.

If an application fee is required, submit the appropriate amount in U.S. currency with your application. Most institutions will not process your application without the fee.

Request official academic records both in the native language and in English translation. Official documents must bear the seal of the school and authorized signature. Photocopies are not usually acceptable unless they are officially attested as exact copies of the original. Records should be submitted for all post-secondary schools attended and should provide a list of courses taken, yearly examination results, and conferral of degrees.

If your native language is not English, register as early as possible for an English proficiency exam such as TOEFL or IELTS and request that testing service forward your scores to the institutions to which you are applying.

Register for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), or other tests if required by the program/institution to which you are applying.

Request letters of recommendation as required by the program/institution. These letters should generally be written by professors with whom you have studied.

Submit verification of scholarship or other financial support.

Note the deadlines for application given in the institutional information you receive. Different institutions/programs have different deadlines. Allow time for mail delays, application consideration, and for obtaining passport and visa when you are ad mitted. Apply early. Stated application deadlines are generally the final date for receipt of applications and all supporting credentials. Additional time is required to process applications from international students.

Allow 6-8 weeks after your application is submitted to an institution to receive their admission decision. Many schools and departments, however, send admission offers only in March and April. It is courteous to notify an institution if you will not be accepting their offer of admission.

Send all requests, applications, and credentials airmail.

Remember: A Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or IAP-66) cannot be issued until you have been admitted, your level of English proficiency has been determined (and additional training arranged if necessary) and your funding has been established as a sufficient amount to meet the institution's expenses. A Certificate of Eligibility is valid only for study in the institution which issued it - and only for the dates of the course of study.

If you have questions about a program of study or your application status, do not hesitate to write for more information.

Source: Evelyn Levinson,International Admissions, American University, Washington, D.C.

There is some funding available for international graduate students so be sure you see if the universities you are interested in do offer funding.

Below are some websites to help you in your searches:

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field,many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. To locate likely sources of aid, first consult the Peterson 's Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information.

FELLOWSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution.

Foreign applicants financial need is taken into consideration, the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative.

2010-06-02 [16:32:43]
Question: My friend finished high school in U.S and now he wants to study college in the U.S but needs Financial Aid. My friend comes from a foreign country and has no green card. Does he need a social security card to be able to get financial Aid?

Answer: A U.S. citizen would use their social security number to apply for financial aid. International students are not eligible to apply for U.S. Stafford subsidized and unsubsidized loans, Pell Grants, etc. That aid is only for US citizens. Although international students can not apply for those types of financial aid there are other forms that they may apply for. They do not need a social security number to do this.

The next issue is a student visa, which he must have to study in the U.S. for information on student visas please go to the following website: http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/visa_1750.html

Your friend should first research what universities he/she would like to attend, then speak to that university in person regarding funding options. Some universities have specific financial aid awards just for international students.

2010-06-02 [16:08:48]
Question: I have completed master's degree in humanities specializing English and been teaching at different colleges for the last four years. I want admission to PHD in a good American University. How can I find financial aid to forward my study?

Answer: Each university is different in their requirements and cost and what funding opportunities they offer. It will take some research on your part to find the right one for you. Start searching for the universities you are interested in apply to and see what they may offer. Typically there is more funding available on the graduate level.

Following are some websites that may help you search for funding:

FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.embark.com/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.careersandcolleges.com/tp2/cnc/login.do

http://www.internationalscholarships.com/

http://www.edupass.org/finaid/databases.phtml

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/mach25/app

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/finance/index.htm

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/Fellowships/PGA_046300

http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/funding

http://www.iaf.gov/Home.aspx

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.iie.org/cies

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field,many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. To locate likely sources of aid, first consult the Peterson 's Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information.

FELLOWSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution.

Foreign applicants financial need is taken into consideration, the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative.

2010-05-25 [17:24:22]
Question: I have completed my masters in Mathematics from a Bangladeshi university and desire to have my PhD in the same from a US university with full financial support(including living cost and others). Please help. And is there any age-limit for studying in USA?

Answer: It is difficult to get a fully funded education in the US but there is funding available for Graduate students. Each university is different in their requirments and cost. As far as i know, there is no age limit in the USA for beginning a PhD program. However, it will take some research on your part to find the right one for you.

How to apply to US Graduate Schools

U.S. Graduate Schools are all independent, and each sets its own requirements for admission. Within each school individual programs may often have different requirements. These guidelines are written to assist you in your search for graduate education. It is advisable to start this process approximately one to one-and-a-half year(s) before you hope to begin studies.

In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term.

Obtain information about institutions which offer the program you want to pursue. Use reference guides, such as Peterson's Guide and the Directory of Graduate Programs, to locate specific institutions which offer the program at the degree level (Master's or Doctorate) you are seeking.

Write directly to the Graduate Admissions Offices of the institutions to obtain information and applications. Indicate the major academic area of interest to you.

Write to the academic department of the university.Carefully print your name and address on all such inquiries. Stress field of specialization, professional background, reasons for choosing particular faculty and ask for information on financial aid possibilities. You do not need the name of the department chairman or a professor to obtain an application. Advise each office that you have contacted the other.

Read thoroughly all materials received to determine whether the program you want is offered; whether you appear to meet the minimum academic requirement; if you require financial assistance, whether it is available for your proposed programs; and whether you can meet the application deadlines.

Apply to more than one institution. U.S. institutions receive many applications and often cannot accommodate all qualified applicants. You may decide which institution to attend after you have received your admission offers.

Complete the admission application carefully and legibly. Always give your name in exactly the same way on the application and in all correspondence. If some of your records are under a different name, be sure you indicate that on the application. Com plete all items on the application and submit all items requested.

If an application fee is required, submit the appropriate amount in U.S. currency with your application. Most institutions will not process your application without the fee.

Request official academic records both in the native language and in English translation. Official documents must bear the seal of the school and authorized signature. Photocopies are not usually acceptable unless they are officially attested as exact copies of the original. Records should be submitted for all post-secondary schools attended and should provide a list of courses taken, yearly examination results, and conferral of degrees.

If your native language is not English, register as early as possible for an English proficiency exam such as TOEFL or IELTS and request that testing service forward your scores to the institutions to which you are applying.

Register for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), or other tests if required by the program/institution to which you are applying.

Request letters of recommendation as required by the program/institution. These letters should generally be written by professors with whom you have studied.

Submit verification of scholarship or other financial support.

Note the deadlines for application given in the institutional information you receive. Different institutions/programs have different deadlines. Allow time for mail delays, application consideration, and for obtaining passport and visa when you are ad mitted. Apply early. Stated application deadlines are generally the final date for receipt of applications and all supporting credentials. Additional time is required to process applications from international students.

Allow 6-8 weeks after your application is submitted to an institution to receive their admission decision. Many schools and departments, however, send admission offers only in March and April. It is courteous to notify an institution if you will not be accepting their offer of admission.

Send all requests, applications, and credentials airmail.

Remember: A Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or IAP-66) cannot be issued until you have been admitted, your level of English proficiency has been determined (and additional training arranged if necessary) and your funding has been established as a sufficient amount to meet the institution's expenses. A Certificate of Eligibility is valid only for study in the institution which issued it - and only for the dates of the course of study.

If you have questions about a program of study or your application status, do not hesitate to write for more information.

Source: Evelyn Levinson,International Admissions, American University, Washington, D.C.

There is some funding available for international graduate students so be sure you see if the universities you are interested in do offer funding.

Below are some websites to help you in your searches:

GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.collegenet.com/

http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.petersons.com/

http://www.mba.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

GRADUATE FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.fdncenter.org

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.rotary.org

http://www.edupass.org/finaid

http://www.nsf.gov

http://www.grantsnet.org (Science Field)

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://www.national-academies.org

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org/cies

http://www.national-academics.org

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field,many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. To locate likely sources of aid, first consult the Peterson 's Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information.

FELLOWSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution.

Foreign applicants financial need is taken into consideration, the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative.

2010-05-21 [00:36:18]
Question: I am an Indian Citizen looking to pursue my Master's from US. I have applied to certain Universities and also have been admitted in three of them. I want to get financial aid for funding of my further education.

Answer: You must apply for financial aid when you apply to university. Once the admissions are final the money they have available for aid has already been allocated. Each university is different in what they may offer for financial aid. But there is funding available for international graduate students. Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

FELLOWSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution. Foreign applicants financial need is taken into consideration, the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative.

2010-05-07 [08:07:03]
Question: How can a Graduate student get a scholarship to study in USA?

Answer: You must apply for financial aid from the universities you apply to at the time of application. Each university is different in their requirements and cost. It will take some research on your part to find the right one for you. There is funding available to Graduate students.

There is some funding available for international graduate students so be sure you see if the universities you are interested in do offer funding.

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field,many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. To locate likely sources of aid, first consult the Peterson 's Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information.

FELLOWSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution.

Foreign applicants financial need is taken into consideration, the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative.

2010-05-07 [07:50:29]
Question: Received scholarship from Harvard in the amount of $20000, but need additional scholarship in the amount of $45000. How can I get additional scholarship to study graduate level studies in Harvard?

Answer: It is wonderful that you received this scholarship from Harvard.

Below are some websites to help you in your search for outside funding:

FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.embark.com/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.careersandcolleges.com/tp2/cnc/login.do

http://www.internationalscholarships.com/

http://www.edupass.org/finaid/databases.phtml

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/mach25/app

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/finance/index.htm

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/Fellowships/PGA_046300

http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/funding

http://www.iaf.gov/Home.aspx

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.iie.org/cies

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field,many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. To locate likely sources of aid, first consult the Peterson 's Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information.

2010-01-19 [12:55:42]
Question: I would like to receive information about funding and scholarships regarding LLM programs in the USA

Answer: We suggest that you research the universities that offer LLM programs to see what they may have to offer. The following website will be useful to you:

http://www.lsac.org/ - Law School Admission Council

If you already have a Bachelor’s degree from a university in your own country you are eligible to apply to law schools. Ultimately you will have to select law schools, complete all application requirements, take the LSAT and arrange your financing.

The legal system in the United States, on the federal level and in almost all states, is based on the British system of common law. One state, Louisiana, has a system modeled on the French legal code.

First Professional Degree

The U.S. first professional degree, the juris doctor (J.D.), provides an education strongly focused on preparation for U.S. practice, with little opportunity for comparative or

specialty study. For this reason, and because preparation in U.S. law will not easily transfer toward practice in other countries, the J.D. is usually inappropriate for foreign

nationals. Although law schools offer individual courses that emphasize particular subject areas such as environmental law or taxation, there are no J.D. programs

concentrating on any single specialty. J.D. degree programs involve three years of study, and are entered following four years of undergraduate study in any major. Competition for admission is intense for both U.S. and international students. Requirements generally include fluency in English, an excellent undergraduate academic record, and a satisfactory score on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). (See http://www.lsac.org for LSAT registration information.)

To practice in the United States, graduates must also pass the bar examination and other requirements of the state where they wish to work.

Graduate Legal Education

The master of comparative law (M.C.L.), also known as the master of comparative jurisprudence (M.C.J.), is a particularly appropriate degree program for international

lawyers. Recognizing that legal systems in many countries differ from common law as practiced in the United States; these programs acquaint lawyers from other

countries with U.S. legal institutions and relevant specialties of U.S. law. Another graduate option is the master of laws (L.L.M.), a degree offered in a variety of

specialties or as a self-designed program, with appropriateness for the international practitioner varying from program to program. Programs in international law or

international business law may also be of interest. Almost all master’s programs in law last one year and admit students only for the fall semester. Programs can be planned according to the interests of the student. During study, international lawyers have the opportunity to observe courts and government agencies in the United States. Entrance requirements include a first degree in law, a strong academic background, and letters of Reference, a statement of purpose and/or writing samples, and a high level of English proficiency as demonstrated by the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for students whose law degree was not in the English language. Most graduate law programs do not require standardized admissions tests. Doctoral programs in law also exist. They admit only a small number of promising applicants, usually from among those who have completed a master’s program at a U.S. law school and who plan to enter a career as a law school faculty member. Financial assistance may be more readily available to law students intending to continue towards a doctoral degree than to those seeking only a one-year master’s program.

Short-term Legal Education

Many U.S. law schools offer programs, particularly in the summer, either designed for or appropriate for international lawyers. These usually last between one week and two months. Professional associations and private training organizations offer similar programs. Your nearest U.S. educational information or advising center may be able to provide information on other options, such as tours to visit U.S. legal institutions.

✏ U.S. first professional degree programs in law (J.D.) are generally not appropriate for individuals planning to practice law outside the United States. However, a variety of other degree and short-term options specifically designed for international students exist at the graduate level.

Useful Web Sites

Law

American Bar Association

http://www.abanet.org

Association of American Law Schools

http://www.aals.org

Law School Admission Council

http://www.lsac.org

National Conference of Bar Examiners

http://www.ncbex.org

Following is an example of one university with LLM programs:

LAW SCHOOLS

MASTER OF LAWS IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW AT THE U. ARIZONA

The University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law welcomes

international students to enroll in its LL.M. program, designed to

provide candidates with the skills and knowledge required to meet the

challenges of a global marketplace.

See the scholarship request form at: www.law.arizona.edu/Tradelaw

International and U.S. students complete a rigorous core curriculum,

demonstrate research and analysis skills in a required thesis, and may

participate in any number of practical learning opportunities offered

at the James E. Rogers College of Law and through institutional

affiliations, most notably the National Law Center for Inter-American

Free Trade.

LL.M. candidates at The University of Arizona will complete a minimum of 24 credit hours for the degree. During the summer foreign students will also complete a two-unit Introduction to American Law, and a special course devoted to U.S. research and writing techniques. Most of the curriculum will involve "core" courses in International Trade

and Business Law, International Commercial Law, and instruction in related areas such as Investment Law, European Union Law, Commercial (UCC) Law, Corporate Law, Administrative Law, Antitrust Law, Securities Law, and/or Domestic and International Environmental Law. Recent research projects include the development of an electronic

commercial registry; comparison of and suggestions for harmonization of banking law; transportation documentation; environmental legislation; customs law and procedures; common rules for recognition of judgments; dispute settlement at the WTO and under NAFTA Chapter

11; industrial incentives legislation in Central America; and

comparative real estate law, but this is by no means an exhaustive list.

The program's LL.M. classes are extremely diverse. Students hail from all over the globe, including Spain. For more information about the program and available financial aid, visit: www.law.arizona.edu/Tradelaw

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