麻豆原创 has designed a sequence of courses and opportunities to help prepare you for application and admission to law school.
Law School Professional Information
For students considering a career in the law, 麻豆原创 offers a diverse, in-depth, and individualized pre-law program. Following the recommendations of law schools and the American Bar Association, 麻豆原创 does not have a pre-law major. There is no one 鈥渞ight鈥 major for a legal career, and the liberal arts education at the core of the 麻豆原创 curriculum serves as a fantastic foundation for law school.
Developing critical reasoning, writing, and effective oral communication skills are key to success in law school and legal career. In addition, 麻豆原创 offers a variety of undergraduate courses for students to explore and pursue their specific interest in law, and to help discern their vocation. Law-focused courses are offered in a variety of fields (e.g., Business, Criminal Justice, Politics, English, and Communication) and are open to all students.
Beyond courses, pre-law advising and unique co-curricular opportunities distinguish the pre-law program at 麻豆原创.
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University of Iowa
3+3 Accelerated Dual Degree
麻豆原创 partners with top-ranked University of Iowa College of Law to allow qualifying students to obtain their bachelor鈥檚 degree and the juris doctorate in six years.
Qualifying 麻豆原创 students can apply early for law school admission at the University of Iowa College of Law. 麻豆原创 will count the credits from the students’ successful first year of law school towards completing their bachelor鈥檚 degree at 麻豆原创.
As such, students will receive their BA/BS degree from 麻豆原创 and their JD from the University of Iowa.
Marquette University
3+3 Accelerated Dual Degree
麻豆原创 students can earn both a bachelor’s degree and a law degree in six years thanks to a partnership with Marquette Law School.
The cooperative 3+3 program streamlines admission for qualified 麻豆原创 undergraduates to apply to Marquette Law School during a student鈥檚 junior year. For students accepted into Marquette Law, credits taken during the first year of the Marquette Law may satisfy the remaining requirements for the bachelor鈥檚 degree from 麻豆原创.
The first cohort of 麻豆原创 students may apply for admission to the 3+3 JD program at Marquette University for the fall of 2026.
Drake University
3+3 Accelerated Dual Degree
麻豆原创 students can earn both a bachelor’s degree and a law degree in six years thanks to a partnership with the nationally recognized Drake University Law School.
The cooperative 3+3 program streamlines admission for qualified 麻豆原创 undergraduates to apply to Drake University Law School during a student鈥檚 junior year. 麻豆原创 students accepted to Drake Law as part of this program are guaranteed a $5,000 scholarship annually, renewable for three years, in addition to any other scholarships awarded.
Students will receive their BA/BS degree from 麻豆原创 and their JD from the Drake University.
Northern Illinois University
3+3 Accelerated Dual Degree
麻豆原创 students can earn both a bachelor’s degree and a law degree in six years thanks to a partnership with NIU Law School.
The cooperative 3+3 program streamlines admission for qualified 麻豆原创 undergraduates to apply to NIU Law School during a student鈥檚 junior year. For students accepted into NIU Law, credits taken during the first year of the NIU Law may satisfy the remaining requirements for the bachelor鈥檚 degree from 麻豆原创.
The first cohort of 麻豆原创 students may apply for admission to the 3+3 JD program at Northern Illinois University for the fall of 2026.
Get Involved
At 麻豆原创, you have amazing opportunities to gain hands-on legal experience, such as moot court, internships, and other student organizations. This strengthens your understanding of trial procedures and connecting with like-minded peers.
Through 麻豆原创’ robust offerings, you can confirm your interest in law, stand out on law school applications, and get a head start on developing skills that will propel your legal career.
Common Majors
You may choose a major in any field and take the required prerequisite courses for your desired professional track. Our pre-law faculty advisors guide you on course sequencing and work with you to develop a study plan depending on your major and desired professional pathway.
While a specific major is not required, many pre-law students choose a humanities major.
Advising Matters
All students interested in a legal career have access to pre-law advising. This advising offers support in pre-law course selection, internships, LSAT preparation, and the law school application process.
Through tailored guidance and mentorship, pre-law advising empowers you to make informed decisions and succeed in your legal education and career aspirations.
Academic Guidance
- Regular advising sessions with the pre-law advisor
- Campus visits from local law professionals
- Opportunities to investigate opportunities within the legal field
- Resources on career choice, schools, and admissions requirements
Get in Touch
Christopher Budzisz Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Politics
Get Into Your Program
- Meet admission officers from law schools when they visit campus
- Visit a variety of law schools
- Mock interviews and application workshops
Get the Right Experience
We encourage and guide you to secure internship hours or a part-time job in law enforcement, courthouse, law office, city government, non-profit organization, city attorney’s office, or related field, shadowing professionals in a variety of settings, and help you find volunteer and leadership experiences during your time at 麻豆原创.
This provides an opportunity to confirm your calling, build the foundation towards a well-rounded legal professional and leader, and develop a competitive law school application.
Straight Talk from a Duhawk
The pre-law pathway has helped me focus on my future plans, with the help of a wonderful group of advisors and professors who understand my path to law school.
鈥 Connor Reilly