LLM Scholarship at University of Washington for Candidates from Developing Countries

The UW School of Law’s Sustainable International Development Law program is pleased to partner with TRACE International, a leading nonprofit business association focused on anti-bribery compliance, to offer a new LL.M. scholarship aimed at developing exceptional young leaders in the field of anti-corruption who are committed to advancing commercial transparency.

Where: School of Law, University of WASHINGTON

Who: Students or professional in law filed from  developing country

Important information: You need to:

• Have a first degree in law or equivalent
• be a national from either a low or lower-middle income developing country (as defined by the World Bank)
• be willing to  make a commitment to return to applicant’s home country to work for a period of 2-3 years
• Have strong English skills. The following minimum score is required, (test scores mustn’t be expired): 

580 TOEFL

1. OEFLiBT

• Evidence of leadership skills
• Willingness to participate in interviews via Skype
• Ready to commence studies in late August 2017 for a period of one year

How to apply:




What do you need to submit?

1. Cover sheet
2. At least two letters of recommendation from legal professionals in the home country. References may be submitted via email to traceuw@uw.edu
3. Official transcripts and degree statements.
4. Resume or CV; and
5. A personal statement of 2-3 pages which describes

• your interest and experience in dealing with anti-corruption
• a description of how such a scholarship will further his or her work to combat corruption in the applicant’s home country

 

To apply: send your application via email to traceuw@uw.edu by February 15, 2017 at 5 p.m. Pacific Time.

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