Do I have to be an attorney to take the courses in the Immigration Law certificate? No, you do not have to be an attorney to take this certificate program; the only admissions criteria is a bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 GPA. What is my program plan? You can complete this program in 2 semesters: first semester take ILAW 601 and the second semester take ILAW 602 and 603 (Fall) or ILAW 604 and 605 (Spring). Or, you can complete it in 3 semesters by taking one course each semester. Are there courses offered in the summer? No, currently courses for this certificate program are not offered in the summer. How many semesters are needed to complete this program? This program can be completed in 2 or 3 semesters. As a practicing lawyer I would like to skip the introductory class. Is this allowed? No, the introductory class cannot be skipped unless you can document having previously passed this (or a similar) course. What are the career objectives/opportunities for one who completes this program? Provides the requisite knowledge and skills to work professionally with immigrant populations in a variety of settings. I am working full time. How many hours per week do most students spend on coursework? The course is designed for working professionals and the asynchronous nature of the course allows you to schedule your study time in a way that best fits your needs. There are weekly deadlines for assignments and you can work ahead if you choose to do so. Approximately 9 hours per week should be sufficient and you can determine how you allocate those hours as long as you meet the weekly deadlines. What is the ratio of lawyers to non-lawyers among the students in this program? The class is a balanced mix of professionals. Immigration Law Studies < Return to the program's page
