A few universities in the United States have extension programs in various parts of Jamaica. Most of the students who enroll in these part-time programs are working professionals who want to continue their education without having to relocate closer to the nation's Universities. Jamaica is the third largest island in the Caribbean.

Law courses explore such ubiquitous topics as commercial law, regulatory theory and intellectual property, to name a few. Many of these specializations entail coursework that discusses regulatory problems and trends involved in their specific industry.