Madrid, Spain
$2,999-$6,999
Overview
Madrid, the capital of Spain, is located on a plateau in the middle of the country. Historically and culturally rich, Madrid boasts world-class art museums, parks and gardens, as well as incredible architecture like the impressive Plaza Mayor. Stunning sights, sounds, tastes, and experiences await those who come to the city. In addition to beautiful buildings and art, Madrid boasts a thriving fútbol culture with nearby stadiums. The third-largest city in the European Union after London and Berlin, Madrid is a bustling metropolis with plenty to enjoy and a metro system to facilitate exploration.
This city offers participants the opportunity to gain valuable legal understanding through law firm immersion while affording them an experience of a vibrant city that will enrich their appreciation for the world.
Dates & Availability
Winter 2024-2025
December 7, 2024 - December 20, 2024 (2 weeks) - $3,999 (Full) 00
January 5, 2025 - January 11, 2025 (1 week) - $2,999 (Closed) 00
Summer 2025
May 17, 2025 - May 30, 2025 (2 weeks) - $5,999 (Available) 00
May 31, 2025 - June 20, 2025 (3 weeks) - $6,999 (Close to Full) 00
June 21, 2025 - June 27, 2025 (1 week) - $3,999 (Available) 00
June 28, 2025 - July 11, 2025 (2 weeks) - $5,999 (Available) 00
July 12, 2025 - July 25, 2025 (2 weeks) - $5,999 (Available) 00
“THE LEX FELLOWSHIP REVOLUTIONIZED THE WAY I UNDERSTAND MY CAREER GOALS AND PROVIDED ME WITH THE INTELLECTUAL FOUNDATION NECESSARY TO ACHIEVE THEM.”
-Razi L., Notre Dame Law School
Lex participants exploring Madrid, Spain.
Details and Information:
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Lex programs are robust in terms of the law firm exposure, legal training, and extended learning opportunities that prepare students for the law school admissions process and first year of law school. Housing accommodations, law firm visits, Legal Associate with a U.S. JD background, 24/7 on-site support staff, travel health insurance, cultural excursions, and more are included. View the full list here.
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Deposit: The first $900 of the program fee is non-refundable and paid upfront to reserve a Fellow’s spot on the Fellowship, regardless of the city and date chosen.
Rest of the fee: There are two easy ways to pay: Either, pay in full (upon signing up), or in monthly payments (between signing up and the actual program).
Financing & Aid: Alumni often deem Lex one of the highest returns on investment in their educational path. Anyone can do it, and we offer many financing options, fundraising being one of the best. Learn more about financing and aid here.
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Our refund and credit policy is reason-neutral, meaning that the same policy applies to withdrawals by students or (unlikely) cancellations by Lex, whether they are related to COVID-19 or any other factor. The $900 deposit is always non-refundable, but it can carry over as program credit.
>90 days before program: Full refund, deposit counted as credit toward future programs.
<=90 days before program, but >45 days before program: No refund, 100% of paid fees (including deposit) counted as credit toward future programs.
<=45 days before program: No refund, 20% of paid fees (including deposit) counted as credit toward future programs.
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Language skills are not required
Alumni went on to 10 of the top 20 law schools
Lex alumni become some of the few law applicants to have seen global legal systems firsthand, and they often bring this up as a conversation in interviews
Lex programs include housing, some meals, excursions, health insurance, and more
In a PhD-authored study, 81% of a large sample of alumni progressed on the competencies that law schools use to assess applicants
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