Dr. Anita Ramasastry

Professor

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Biography

Anita Ramasastry is a Professor of Law at the University of Washington School of Law, where she also serves as the Associate Dean for Global and Graduate Programs and the Faculty Director of the Sustainable International Development Graduate Program. Ramasastry has significant experience in the fields of banking law, comparative law, human rights, and international business trade law. She has served on numerous global commissions, including the Global Commission on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking, and held leadership roles in various international organizations focused on human rights and sustainable development. Ramasastry has contributed extensively to scholarly literature in her field and has been recognized numerous times for her teaching excellence. She was previously a commissioner on the United Nations Working Group on Business and Human Rights and is a leading voice in advocating for responsible business conduct globally. Ramasastry also played a key role in advising on regulatory frameworks for private military and security companies and has worked with organizations such as the World Bank and the European Commission. Her career reflects a commitment to integrating legal practice with social justice and human rights advocacy.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.