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Penn Law Pre-College Academy, Legal Education Programs

In-person
Timetable
Summer
Cost
Compensation
>$3000
Application Deadline
March
Duration
Three Weeks
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The Penn Carey Law Pre-College Academy is a rigorous academic program that gives high school students from around the world the opportunity to experience law school at a world-class university. This three-week intensive academy provides you with a well-rounded introduction to the American legal system and how law is practiced in the United States.

Drawing on the scholarship of one of the nation’s top law schools, you will learn from Penn Carey Law faculty and legal practitioners on cutting-edge legal issues that are shaping the United States today. In addition to providing a well-rounded introduction to the American legal system, the Pre-College Academy allows you to be exposed to a range of specialized areas of law, such as business, environmental, human rights, and technology law. The Pre-College Academy is designed to help you develop and fine-tune the communication, analytical, logical reasoning, and leadership skills essential for future academic and professional success.

Location(s)

  • University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Schedule

  • Three weeks in July

Cost/Compensation

  • Residential Tuition: $8999
  • Commuter Tuition: $5999

Eligibility Requirements

  • Proof of up-to-date COVID-19 Vaccination

Deadline

  • Rolling

Application or Entry Requirements

  • Start your Summer Discovery online application ($100 non-refundable application processing fee upon completion).
  • Fill out the application section by section, paying careful attention to the information you provide.  

Note: When asked for your GPA (High School Students only), you will self-report and type in your current GPA. When asked for your counselor/advisor contact information (all applicants), be sure to include their first and last name and an exact email address. Summer Discovery will contact them on your behalf.

  • Pay your $100 Application Fee. Penn Law applicants will also have supplemental requirements for their applications and these applications will be sent to the respective universities for admissions decisions.
  • If you are accepted, we will email your official acceptance and information on how to enroll. The enrollment deposit is required in order to save your spot on the program.

Notifications of Decisions

  • Rolling

Financial Aid Details

Available in a limited number, covers all program fees, housing, and meals.

  • Teacher/Counselor Recommendation Required
  • Scholarship application due late March
  • Scholarship awards will be offered in April

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The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, also known as Penn Law, is one of the oldest and most prestigious law schools in the United States. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, it was founded in 1790 and has a long history of excellence in legal education. The law school is home to over 800 students across its programs, which include a three-year Juris Doctor (JD) program, a one-year Master of Laws (LLM) program for foreign-trained lawyers, and a Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) program for students seeking to pursue advanced legal research. The school is also known for its joint degree programs, allowing students to earn a JD in combination with another graduate degree, such as an MBA, a Master of Bioethics, or a Master of Public Administration.

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Summer
Grade Level
10th, 11th, 12th, High School
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