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LL.M. in International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law American University
Introduction
The International Law Program of American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) is ranked #6 among all the law schools in the country according to the 2021 U.S. News & World Report!
In 2015, the LL.M. in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (HRHL LL.M.) was the first hybrid program of its kind, offering virtual and on-residence courses in Washington, D.C. It is also the first ABA recognized LL.M. program in the U.S. available in Spanish. The HRHL LL.M. unmistakably addresses the need for specialized training in international human rights law. Students integrate practical knowledge from top experts in the Human Rights field while nourishing their professional careers, positioning the HRHL LL.M. as one of the premier institutions in the United States and around the world. The LL.M. brings together a prestigious group of AUWCL and international faculty, including more than 40 world-renowned experts. These expert faculty bring their in-depth experience as presidents and judges from international and regional courts, former presidents of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, UN special rapporteurs, members of UN human rights committees, and leaders of civil society organizations.
Today, the HRHL LL.M. offers three different modalities to complete the program: in-residence, hybrid, and online. Our goal is to meet students where they are, allowing for both flexibility and quality education.
Admissions
Curriculum
HRHL LL.M. students can choose from over 50 courses offered in-residence in the fall and spring semesters, attend the courses offered by the Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law’s Program of Advanced Studies in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law in the summer, and our specialized virtual courses.
Residential track:
- Live in Washington D.C.
- Complete 24 credits
- Benefit from a wide curriculum
- Participate in practical skills and research opportunities
- Tailor studies to fulfill Bar exam requirements
Hybrid track:
- Access it from anywhere in the world
- Complete 24 credits
- Join virtual and residential courses (various in residence options)
- Participate in practical skills and research opportunities
Online track:
- Access it from anywhere in the world
- Complete 24 credits
- Join live online courses
- Participate in practical skills and research opportunities