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Careers in Law

There is no pre-law major or required sequence of courses. Most law school admissions committees seek students with well-rounded liberal arts educations that focus on strong writing, research and verbal skills. Throughout their college careers, students should seek balance in their coursework, regardless of their major, and should be sure to take some classes that have a quantitative or analytical focus, such as statistics, economics or mathematics.

To be competitive for law school admission, it is important to perform well in one's undergraduate coursework. It is recommended that students choose a major out of genuine interest, rather than one they assume will facilitate their admission to law school. Strong candidates with all kinds of majors, from Physics to Hispanic Studies to Anthropology, are admitted into law schools.

Students are encouraged to speak further with pre-law counselors in the Career Services office.