Apply for the Oxford Summer Program
2025 Dates: July 6-31
NOTE: The application deadline has been extended to April 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm ET.
To apply to the program, please complete this application form. Applications open December 15, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting January 2025, but in all events, must be received no later than April 1, 2025 at 11:59 pm ET.
To complete this application form, you must have the following:
- A brief statement of approximately 250 words explaining why you want to participate in the program and what you can offer to it.
- A statement of good standing or a certificate of completion from your law school or graduate school. You can obtain this from your law school or graduate school's Records Office or Registrar's Office.
- A copy of your current resume.
- In the case of non-native speakers of English who have not taken a university degree in which English is the language of instruction, proof of a TOEFL score of 600 paper-based or 100 computer-based.
- Pay a non-refundable application fee of $25 (the payment link is on the application form).
Incomplete applications cannot be considered. If you encounter any issues making the payment via the link in the form or if you have any other inquiries, please email us at [email protected].
Applicants from Outside North America
Applicants from outside North America should apply to the International Human Rights Law Summer School through the University of Oxford Faculty of Law:
International Human Rights Law Team
The Faculty of Law, University of Oxford
St Cross Building
St Cross Road, Oxford OX1 3UL
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 1865 270281
Email: [email protected].
The 2024 program fee is $11,795, which includes tuition, fees and accommodation with full board at New College. It should be noted that travel is not included in these fees, whereas meals are taken in the college dining room and are included in the program fee.
Students are accommodated in single study bedrooms at New College with private bathrooms. Upon acceptance, a nonrefundable $500 deposit must be received by the date communicated by program admissions to secure a place in the program. The deposit will be credited toward program fees.
Applicants to the program who are not students at the George Washington University should apply through their home universities for financial support. The George Washington University Office of Student Financial Assistance do not offer scholarships and grants.
A student who withdraws within two weeks of the start of the program due to reasons unrelated to the program's cancellation is not entitled to a refund of tuition or of the $500 deposit; a student who withdraws outside of this two week period is entitled to a refund of tuition but not the $500 deposit.
Any changes in course offerings or other significant aspects of the program will be communicated promptly to all persons who have paid a deposit or registered. In the unlikely event of under-enrollment or due to a security risk or other major unexpected circumstances, the program may be canceled. If cancellation occurs, applicants will be notified immediately by e-mail and will receive a full refund. Further, the program director will use best efforts to make arrangements for each enrolled student to attend a similar program if the student so desires. The program has not been previously canceled.
GW Law Students: Course names and grades from the Summer Program will be listed on your GW transcript.
Non-GW Students: Students may request a Transcript after all grades are submitted through Parchment Transcript Services, subject to their fees and delivery schedule.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The George Washington University does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the University, including admission to educational programs and employment. The University is subject to the District of Columbia Human Rights Law. Inquiries concerning the application of this policy and the federal laws and regulations regarding discriminations in education or employment programs and activities may be addressed to Susan B. Kaplan, Associate Vice President for Human Resources, The George Washington University, Washington, DC 20052, 202.994.4433, or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the US Department of Education.