Students in pre-law should select from a broad base of courses
at the undergraduate level. The practice of law normally requires
a bachelor’s degree, three years in graduate law school,
and successful completion of the bar exam of the jurisdiction
in which the law school graduate wishes to practice.
There are no specific course requirements and no particular
majors for entrance into law school. Students are encouraged
to follow their interests and talents, and choose a major that
is right for them. Particular attention should be paid to the
assertive skill areas that include language and communication
skills, creative and critical thinking ability, and an understanding
of human institutions and values.
Legal Studies and Criminal Justice programs are popular majors
for pre-law students and provide a thorough understanding of
the legal system they will be practicing in upon completion
of law school. Students are encouraged to take certain law
courses, to consider declaring a double major and to participate
in college and community activities in preparation for admission
to law school.
Students receive individual advising on LSAT preparation and
law school selection from Justice Studies faculty and are encouraged
to meet with visiting representatives from area law schools.
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