Pre-Law Studies - Preparing for a Successful Legal Career

There are many different types of lawyers out there. Some are trial lawyers, working as paid or public defenders and prosecutors; others work in one of the many specialty options, like contract law, copyright law, or environmental law. Still others are private corporate lawyers, working for a company to make sure that all of their products, paperwork, contracts, and more meet legal requirements. Your undergraduate experience can set you up for success in these fields before you even apply to law school. 

So, what does a pre-law program of studies entail? Let’s explore the options.

Pre-Law Studies

When it comes to pre-law options, you can major in any number of things, from economics to history, as well as business. However, studying pre-law will also set you up to do well on the LSAT (the law school admissions test), these programs also provide you with the basics that will get expounded upon in law school.

What Courses Are Required of a Pre-Law Program?

Enrolling in a pre-law program, like the one offered by Dean College, provides you with a well-rounded liberal arts education as well as one grounded in the elements of a future law degree. Some of the courses that you’ll take as part of the latter include:

• History - There are history courses like Making History and U.S. History from 1865 to the Present included in the program.
• Philosophy - A class in Logic is a good way to begin to learn to make the solid arguments that are a major part of the legal process.
• Political Science - Courses like American Government will provide you with plenty of information regarding how the legal system was developed and works today. 
• Criminology - It makes sense for a pre-law program to include a course in Courts and Criminal Procedure, as this gives you some background information from another point of view.

Why Choose Pre-Law Over Another Track?

While you could choose one of the many majors that pair well with law school, such as political science or history, why not select a program that propels you straight into law school courses? A pre-law program of studies gets straight to the heart of what you’ll need to know when working in the legal profession. You’ll have all of the basics that law school will then continue teaching you, providing you with a solid foundation on which to build. 

Consider Attending Dean College

If you want to enroll in a pre-law program as a steppingstone to a solid legal career, then consider attending Dean College. Our Pre-Law Studies track in the Liberal Arts and Studies program will provide you with a bachelor’s degree that includes plenty of legal-related courses, as well as those that are the hallmarks of a well-rounded liberal arts education. Request more information, today!