Sharpen Your Legal English, Broaden Your Understanding, and Connect Globally
The Law Seminar is designed for advanced undergraduate students, recent graduates, and legal professionals with strong English skills who are interested in U.S. law or international legal practice. It’s ideal for those preparing for law school in the United States, or seeking to expand their understanding of American legal principles to enhance their global careers. Many participants are practicing attorneys looking to deepen their expertise and build international connections.
Through this intensive program, you'll develop the foundational knowledge, language skills, and global perspective needed to thrive in U.S. legal studies or international legal practice.
1. Core Principles of the U.S. Legal System
- Gain a solid foundation in American legal concepts, structures, and case analysis methods—essential for studying or practicing law in the U.S. or in international contexts.
2. Legal English & Communication Skills
- Improve your ability to understand and use specialized legal English, both in written and spoken forms—critical for law school success and cross-border legal work.
3. Global Legal Perspectives & Professional Networking
- Broaden your international legal outlook through exposure to global peers and legal professionals, building a network that supports international law careers or further study abroad.
Ideal applicants for the Law Seminar are those with advanced English proficiency and at least three years of undergraduate study in law or a related discipline.
Program Dates:
June 29 - July 31, 2026
The 2026 application will open in mid-January 2026.
Law Seminar Courses
Explore U.S. law, build legal writing and speaking skills, and gain hands-on experience through case studies, Moot Court, and real-world legal settings. Read about the Law Seminar courses.
Living on Campus
Immerse yourself fully in the Yale experience by living on campus. Stay steps away from classrooms, libraries, and dining halls, and enjoy convenient access to all program activities. Living on campus allows you to connect with fellow participants, form lasting friendships, and experience daily life at one of the world’s most renowned universities.
Participants may choose to stay on campus in one of Yale’s residential colleges for an additional fee. Housing includes breakfast, lunch, and access to evening and weekend activities. You may select on-campus housing when completing the program application.
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition - Law Seminar | $6,780 |
| Application fee (nonrefundable) | $80 |
| Visa processing fee | $125 |
| Medical insurance fee for 5 weeks, estimated | $140 |
For other fees and residential costs, please visit our Tuition and Fees page. All tuition and fees, including room and meal charges, must be paid in full three weeks before the program start date.
Financial Assistance
Yale Summer Session only offers financial assistance to Yale College students. Financial assistance is not available for visiting students at this time. Visiting students should contact the financial aid office at their home institutions to discuss their options for financial assistance.
Application Information
To apply, review the application requirements for international students and fill out the Yale Summer Session application. The English Language Institute programs are offered under Yale Summer Session B course listings. Proof of English proficiency is not required for this program.