How to Apply

Madrid Summer Law Institute students enjoy tapas together.
Eligibility
The Institute welcomes applications from law students enrolled at any law school in the world, graduates of those schools, and graduate students or persons holding graduate degrees in related disciplines such as international relations, business, and Spanish. Students seeking credit toward a J.D. degree must be enrolled in a state-accredited or ABA-accredited law school. Enrollment is capped at 50 students.
Application Deadline
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until March 1, 2026, or until all seats are filled (whichever comes first). We encourage you to apply early.
After acceptance, students must submit all required documentation of travel requirements no later than April 1, 2026.
Application Fee
The Visiting Student application requires a $50 application fee. All students accepted to the Madrid Summer Law Institute must pay a $75 Health & Safety fee.
Application Fee Refunds
The Visiting Student application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. The $75 Health & Safety fee may be refundable if a student is unable to secure necessary financial aid after acceptance to the program.
Questions About Your Application
If you have questions about the application, please contact the Program Coordinator.
