Study with MC Law in South Korea
May 16-29, 2027
Mississippi Christian University School of Law will host a two-week study abroad program in the vibrant capital city of Seoul, South Korea. Assistant Professor of Law Samantha Renshaw will lead the students on multiple excursions relevant to their course of study.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE
- The program is open to full-time and part-time J.D. and L.L.M. students at ABA-
accredited law schools. Participating students must currently be in good
standing, and J.D. students must have attended law school for at least one
academic year. - For MC Law students, see MC Law policies regarding academic standing and
eligibility to participate in summer study abroad and intersession courses.
See catalog here. - International students studying law at an ABA-accredited law school are also
welcome to participate.
VISITING STUDENTS
This program is open to visiting students only if there are spaces available. This information should be known by February 1, 2027. Visiting students must have written approval from the Dean of their home school to be eligible to participate and are advised to consult with their home school’s Dean or Registrar prior to application to ensure acceptance of credit for the program. Transcript request information will be provided to visiting students upon completion of the program. Visiting students are responsible for submitting their own transcript requests following the program. Acceptance of any credit or grade for any course taken in the program is subject to determination by the home institution.
aCADEMICS
Space Law (3 Credits)
This course examines the legal principles governing activities in outer space, with particular emphasis on the international
treaties, agreements, customary international law, and national laws that regulate space activities. Topics will include the legal status and use of outer space, state responsibility and liability, registration and jurisdiction over space objects, the
regulation of commercial space activities, space resource utilization, and emerging legal issues on the exploration and use of outer space.
Assistant Professor Samantha Renshaw will be teaching the course.
Cancellation Policy
MC Law does not anticipate that the program will be canceled. However, in the
event that cancellation occurs, MC Law will refund all tuition and registration fees within 30 days of cancellation. We will also refund any portion of the administrative fee that has not been irrevocably committed to a third party.
If there are any changes to significant aspects of the program (classes offered, teachers, dates, etc.), after a student has signed up for the program, these will be communicated promptly and students will be given the option to withdraw from the program and obtain a full refund of monies paid to MC Law for the program with the exception of those funds that have been irrevocably committed to a third party.
Access for Persons with Disabilities
Seoul is a developed modern city and is moderately accessible to individuals with physical impairments. A number of the excursions will involve extensive walking. Students with physical impairments should discuss their situation with the Program Director before applying.
Housing in Seoul
Students are responsible for arranging their own housing in Seoul. There are apartments and homes available for short-term rent within walking distance of the classroom location or within a few minutes ride on Seoul’s public transportation system. You may choose to share living space with other course participants. Questions about housing options and location should be addressed to Professor Renshaw.
Access for Persons with Disabilities
The facility for classes is wheelchair accessible. Excursions can also accommodate students with special needs as long as MC Law is notified in advance.
ESTIMATED EXPENSES
The following is an estimate of student expenses for the program. This includes both payments to MC Law and anticipated out-of-pocket expenses. Please note that these are only estimates and are subject to change.
- MC Law Student tuition (at student’s tuition rate) for 3 credit hours
- Visiting Student Tuition for three (3) credit hours: $3,798
- Administrative Fees: $1,600 (includes excursions)
- Miscellaneous/personal expenses: $300-$500
- Round Trip Travel to Seoul: $1,700-$3,000
- Trip health insurance: $100-$200
GETTING TO AND FROM SEOUL
Seoul’s largest airport is Incheon International Airport, which serves as a hub for over 80 local and international airlines. There is high speed public transportation from Incheon International Airport to downtown Seoul.
U.S. Department of State consular information sheets for South Korea are available on the Department of State’s Website (www.travel.state.gov). Please check it periodically for updates. In the unlikely event that South Korea is declared an “area of instability” by the U.S. government before or during the trip, or if the U.S. issues a “travel warning,” students will be permitted to withdraw from the program and will receive a full refund of monies paid to MC Law that have not been irrevocably committed to a third party. The U.S. Department of the State recommends (but does not require) U.S. citizens to register trips with them.
For students who are considering international travel and who do not have a current passport or whose passport may need to be renewed, it is important to allow a minimum of 12 weeks to process your passport application or passport renewal application. Demand for passport renewals and applications is currently very high so that early application is very important.
Travel and health insurance is strongly recommended for students participating in the Korea program. There are various providers with the cost, depending on the coverage purchased, ranging from approximately $100 to $200. Travel Guard (http://www.travelguard.com) is one such provider, as is iNext (www.inext.com). Your policy should, at a minimum, cover medical expenses, travel interruption/cancellation and repatriation.
Health information and recommendations regarding vaccines and medicines for travel to South Korea can be found at: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/south-korea.
QUESTIONS
Please direct questions to the Program Director:
Professor Samantha Renshaw
Phone: 601.925.7179
Email: srenshaw@mc.edu
MC Law Students and Visiting Students should submit the appropriate application and required documents. MC Law Students may apply beginning September 28, 2026. If there are positions available, Visiting Students may apply beginning January 25, 2027. Prior to January 25, 2027, Visiting Students may email Professor Renshaw to let her know of their interest in the program.
DROP/ADD POLICY
- Last day to add: April 24, 2026
- Last day to drop with 100% tuition refund: April 3, 2026
- Last day to drop with a "W" grade: May 12, 2026
- Deposits are non-refundable.
- Admin fees are refundable only if they have not been paid to a third party at the time of the drop.
- Last day to drop with no tuition refund and get a W grade is 3 days before the program is scheduled to start.
