Miami Law now has an exchange program with the Instituto Empresa (IE) which has an undergraduate campus in Segovia (LLB program) and a graduate program (LLM) in Madrid.
IE University was founded in 1973. IE University is a leading international higher education institution consistently ranked among Spain’s very best universities. IE Law School is recognized globally for the high standards of the lawyers and legal consultants it produces, all with an international profile. IE Law Schools offers an innovative approach to law, an international environment, a hands-on approach and prestigious faculty. IE University has immersive on-site locations in two cities: fast-paced, cosmopolitan Madrid and the charming historic city of Segovia. Discover everything that each has to offer.
Fall (August - December) and Spring (January - May).
IE University stives to accommodate students needs and make their experience as comfortable as possible. The university will assist students with services including individual academic accommodations, study techniques sessions, outside referrals, and others. For more information on accessibility at IE University, including resources and contact information please visit this link.
A first come first serve system applies during enrollment and the availability of any course cannot be guaranteed. Students must enter the platform with a wide list of pre-selected/pre-approved courses from their home Universities, so if any of their desired courses are unavailable (no seats/schedule conflict) they already have a valid alternative. Please visit the IEU Law School study plan and IEU Law School’s website for more information.
Students may not transfer foreign language or other non-law courses taken at the partner exchange school back to Miami Law for J.D. credit. If a student enrolls in such courses, they understand they are for self-interest only and will not be considered for transfer towards their J.D. degree.
Students are advised to start their accommodation search early as soon as they know what campus they are nominated to. Looking into housing options early will ensure a better fit for students’ needs and expectations.
Students participating in Miami Law’s semester abroad program will pay regular full-time Miami Law tuition for the semester that they study abroad. During the semester abroad, University of Miami on-campus fees will not be charged. Students generally will not owe tuition to a partner exchange school while studying abroad through Miami Law’s International Exchange Programs, as long as they stay within the host institution’s credit limits (if applicable). Some administrative fees may apply. Living expenses will vary depending on the student’s lifestyle and location. The following are estimated costs of living: Rent - one bedroom apartment (800€-1,200€), Utilities - Electricity, Heat, Phone, and Internet (300€), Meals (350€), Public Transportation card ($55). Please refer to IEU Madrid landing guide for more information.
The Language of instruction is in English. Miami Law students wishing to take courses in Spanish at IEU must have at least an intermediate B2 Spanish language proficiency level in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). There is a reduced offer for Spanish-taught classes.
Midterms take place about halfway through the course sessions. Final exams take place in person during the last session of the course. Attendance to at least 80% of classes is mandatory. The grading scale is as follows: ECTS Grade Local Grading Scale Definition A+ 10.0 Honors A 9.0 – 9.9 Excellent B+ 8.8 – 8.9 Very good B 7.0 – 7.9 Good C+ 6.0 – 6.9 Satisfactory C 5.0 – 5.9 Sufficient Students also must comply with Miami Law’s International Exchange Policies & Procedures. Students should aim to take at least the equivalent of 11 Miami Law credits while studying abroad; they can earn a maximum of 14 Miami Law credits from a study abroad semester. Additional rules regarding eligible coursework and credit transfer back to Miami Law apply.
IEU International Mobility
Madrid Campus: P.º de la Castellana, 259E. 28029 Madrid – Spain (Please use this office as your main mailing address).
Segovia Campus: Santa Cruz la Real Campus, Cardenal Zúñiga 12. 40003, Segovia – Spain
Phone: +34 91 568 96 00
Email: International.mobility@ie.edu
Contact team:
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