The Penn Law Pre-College Academy is a rigorous academic program that gives high school students from around the world the opportunity to experience law school at a world-class university. This 3-week intensive academy provides a well-rounded introduction to the American legal system and how law is practiced in the United States.

Penn Law prides itself on offering students of all ages and backgrounds a superior legal education and engaging experience in a congenial and stimulating environment. As a student in this summer’s Pre-College Academy, we believe this new opportunity will provide you the chance to have contact with a greater array of world-class faculty and legal practitioners representing more than one branch of legal knowledge, ultimately allowing you to participate in a range of activities and interdisciplinary lectures specifically designed to immerse students in the most cutting-edge legal issues shaping the United States and the world today.

Program Highlights

• Law School Experience at an Ivy League Institution A one-of-its-kind opportunity for high school students to experience the first-year law school curriculum at an Ivy League university.
• Access to Renowned Faculty & Thought Leaders Drawing on the scholarship of one of the nation’s top law schools, directly learn from Penn Law faculty and legal practitioners on the cutting-edge legal issues that are shaping the United States today.
• Unique Chance to Observe Law in Action Virtual visits to court rooms and firms to experience the legal profession first-hand.
• Opportunity to Pursue Your Own Interests In addition to gaining a firm understanding of the American legal system, the Academy provides the chance to specialize in a focused area of law.
• Build a Strong Foundation for Future Success The Academy is designed to help further develop and fine-tune the communication, analytical, logical reasoning, and leadership skills essential for future academic and professional success.