The Georgetown Law Fellowship in the United States helps in the training of public sector lawyers from developing countries. Applications for the UNEP Law Fellowship program are now available for international students in 2026. They can study at Georgetown for an LL.M. in Environmental or natural resources Law and other related fields. There are many courses available like environmental law, energy law, and more. The program is in Washington, DC, and provides projects and internships with law firms, government, and NGOs. Those applicants who have succesfully completed their studying can do a 3-month internship with UNEP in Kenya for real world experience.
Key Points:
- Opportunity for applicants from developing countries
- Earn a Georgetown LL.M. in Environmental and Energy Law
- Over 60 specialized courses available
- Projects and internships with law firms, government, and NGOs
- Real-world experience in international environmental law and policy
UNEP Georgetown Law Fellowship Prorgam Summary
| Study In | USA |
| Eligible For | International |
| Fellowship Type | Fully Funded |
| Available Program | LLM in Enviromental and Energy Law |
| Last Apply Date | Fabruary 2026 |
Also See: MIT Knight Science Journalism Fully Funded Fellowship
Law Fellowship 6 Benefits
- Complete tuition for the Georgetown Law LL.M. program
- Textbooks Coverage
- Monthly stipend for the UNEP Internship
- Round-trip flights to and from Washington D.C. for the LL.M. program
- Health insurance coverage for both the LL.M. program and the internship
- Round-trip flights to and from your UNEP Posting for the internship
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this fellowship, you need to:
- Live in a developing country.
- Have a law degree that’s recognized from your country where you live.
- Be practicing environmental, energy, natural resources, or similar law.
- Be working for a national or local government.
- After completing the fellowship, you must go back to your home country and continue working in public sector environmental law for at least three years.
How to Apply For The Georgetown Law Fellowship
Direct Application:
- Candidates can apply straight to Georgetown.
- Show interest in the Fellowship on the LL.M. application.
- Shortlisted candidates will have their application fees waived.
For more details about the application process and Georgetown Law Graduate Admissions forms check the below given link.
