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Colleges for a pre-law major?

I've been thinking of going into law and I'm trying to pinpoint colleges that offer solid pre-law or related majors. Anyone got any pointers on this? It's all so overwhelming!

2 months ago

Sure thing, I'm happy to help! When choosing a college for pre-law, you might want to look at these factors:

- Strong programs in social sciences or humanities majors such as Political Science, Philosophy, or History: These are common majors for students aiming for law school because they help develop skills such as reading comprehension, critical thinking, and writing, which are vital for law school.

- Quality of faculty: This is essential as the professors will be instrumental in helping you develop your analytical thinking skills, as well as potentially guiding you on your journey towards law school, for example through advising or writing letters of recommendation.

- Pre-law advising: Many schools have dedicated pre-law advisors who can give invaluable guidance on your path to law school, including advising on course selection, law school application strategy, etc.

- Law-related extracurriculars: Participating in activities like a pre-law society, mock trial, or debate team can help you further explore your interest in law and gain relevant experience, as well as possibly connections and recommendations.

As for specific recommendations, Georgetown University is known for its Government and Political Science programs, which are popular with pre-law students. Additionally, they have a dedicated pre-law advising office.

In the liberal arts domain, schools like Amherst College and Williams College get a lot of recognition for their rigorous humanities and social science programs.

Lastly, large universities such as University of Michigan and University of California, Berkeley offer a diverse range of relevant majors and have robust pre-law resources and advising.

Remember to research into the resources each school provides in terms of guidance towards law school, as this would be beneficial to your preparation. Good luck with your college search!

2 months ago

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