Summer Springboard
Criminal Law
ON THE CAMPUS OF UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
DISCOVER HOW THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM REALLY WORKS, FROM THE CRIME SCENE TO THE COURTROOM.
THIS IS A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM WHERE YOU’LL FOCUS ON ONE COURSE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION.
Criminal Law @ University of Michigan
- Learn how criminal cases are built, challenged, and decided from practicing legal experts.
- Hear firsthand advice on criminal law careers, law school, and admissions.
- Observe live criminal proceedings and visit the Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center.
- Take on the roles of prosecutor, defense attorney, judge, and investigator in simulated cases.
- Build legal skills such as case briefing, evidence analysis, negotiation, and courtroom argument.
- Gain perspective on the many career paths in law and criminal justice.
Summer Springboard
Criminal Law
About This Course
Just steps away from one of the most beautiful law schools in the country, Criminal Law at the University of Michigan puts students inside the criminal justice system from the very first class, following a case from start to finish. They will learn what makes an act a crime, how police investigations are limited by the Constitution, and why most cases end in a plea deal rather than a trial. Students will investigate a mock crime scene, negotiate plea agreements, debate landmark cases, and argue a motion to suppress evidence. The course ends with a final case where students argue a suppression hearing and trial before a judge.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
Students work a criminal case from start to finish. They decide what charges to bring, test whether a search followed the Fourth Amendment, collect and log evidence at a mock crime scene, and negotiate a plea deal. The course ends with a final case where students serve as prosecutors, defense attorneys, witnesses, and judges.
Career Exploration
Students explore careers across the justice system. They map out the path from college through law school and the bar exam, and reflect on how their own interests and strengths fit their academic and career goals.
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“I think it was probably the best camp I have ever been to. I made so many life long friends and I actually feel confident in the career that I want to pursue.”
-Eden D. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Criminal Law
Meet Your Instructor
Courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students.
Instructor Information Coming Soon!
“I enjoyed meeting people, the staff, my instructor, and my peers. Loved feeling independent and always feeling comfortable.”
-Bryan L. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Criminal Law
Dates & Tuition
| 2027 Dates |
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| Session 1: July 18 – July 30, 2027 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $5,698* |
| Commuter Tuition: $2,998* |
*Apply by November 30 to lock in the lowest prices of the year. Tuition increases on December 1.
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: Ann Arbor |
| State: Michigan |
| Campus: University of Michigan |
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly and NYSID which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.