National Security, Military, and Veterans

Penn State is renowned for the work it does on behalf of the military and our veterans, and at Penn State Law that takes the form of a robust national security curriculum, deep connections to the Armed Forces JAG Corps, and a veterans law clinic that fights for the rights of those who serve our country.

Students may earn Concentration recognition in National Security, Military, and Veterans using courses from the Selected Courses section below.  J.D. students must earn a minimum of 12 credits and LL.M. students a minimum of 9 credits.  A minimum grade of ‘C’ is required for each course being used toward this Concentration. Upon verification of completion, students will receive a document of recognition.

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National Security, Military, and Veterans Faculty

Courses:​

• Conflict of Laws
• International Law
• International Criminal Law
• National Security Law I (Foundations)
• National Security Law II (Leadership in Crisis Simulation)
• The Military, Law, & National Security Seminar
• Veterans Benefits Law

Clinics:

• Advanced Veterans & Servicemembers Legal Clinic
• Veterans & Servicemembers Legal Clinic

Additional Experiential Opportunities:

• Externships*
• Externships Everywhere* 
• Semester in Washington*

*Associate Dean for Academic Affairs approval reqruied: Will count towards the concentration if the work is related to the concentration.