Application

Exteriour of the Courthouse

2027 Session

25 July – 20 August 2027

Am Internationalen Seegerichtshof 1

The applications for the 2026 Summer Academy will be possible soon! Applications may be submitted until 31 March 2027 – 23:59 (MEZ). The Selection Committee will thereafter pick the best application among all complete applications.

IMPORTANT: The fees have not been set yet. Please find last year’s fees below as a reference point.

2026 Course Fee, €2,250; optional: 2026 Accommodation Fee, €3,050; Scholarships and Travel Grants available on a limited basis.

Please be aware that the following documents will be requested from you:

  • A copy of your passport (or other official identification document)
  • A copy of your academic degree(s)
  • Two reference letters (need to be uploaded here)
  • A copy of your English certificate (or the degree you have obtained in English)

The maximum size for each named file is 5 MB. Please be aware that we request you to provide your motivation regarding your participation (, a scholarship and travel grant) – each being limited to 500 words.

For your convenience, please find an old sample document with the questions asked during the application process here.

Applications which are incomplete are not be eligible for consideration.

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