The program is designed for J.D. students who have completed at least one year of law study, for advanced law students from all countries, and for judges, academics, and other professionals. The program is also intended for students preparing to study for an LL.M. degree in the United States and for practitioners seeking knowledge of American and comparative law. It is anticipated that 65 participants will enroll in the 2009 program - about one-third from the United States and the rest from Asian and other countries. The 2008 Asia-America Institute had a total enrollment of 62 students, 24 with a previous affiliation with Duke University. Several American students from other law schools came as well. In addition to the United States, students came from the following countries: Australia, Azerbaijan, China, Denmark, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Korea, Mexico, Russia, Spain, and Taiwan. A special benefit of attendance at the summer program for LL.M. students seeking employment in the U.S. and for J.D. students just completing their first year of law study is the opportunity to have available (by October) transcripts reflecting successful participation in advanced courses.

Students with Disabilities

Students with disabilities are welcome to contact program coordinator, Tonya Jacobs, for detailed information about facilities available at the Institute. Classes are conducted in the Law Faculty building, which has elevator service. However, there are quite a number of steps between the Robert Black College, where students will reside, and the Law Faculty building. All disabilities, whether physical or otherwise, will be handled on a case by case basis. If accommodation of the disability would require advance preparation, please notify Ms. Jacobs, who will put you in touch with one of the Law School's Disability Services liaisons.