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Considering Law School Handouts

Law schools look at a few factors when reviewing potential law school applicants. Since there is no “Pre-Law major,” study something you are interested in and that you can excel in, but remember that reading and writing are the two most important skills for succeeding in legal education and practice—so take courses that will help you develop these skills. Though your major doesn’t matter, your GPA certainly does! Also, be careful about retaking classes because both grades will be taken into equal account when you apply.

Getting to know professors is essential in the law school application process because quality relationships with professors will likely result in strong letters of recommendation. You can also take advantage of opportunities to serve, study abroad, work, research, publish, or any other activities that interest you to strengthen and diversify your undergraduate experience as well as your law school application.

**For more to consider, please click on each handout listed below!**

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Considering Law

International Students

Is Law School Right for Me?

Law School 101

Nontraditional Careers with a Law Degree

Pre-Law Legal Internships

Pre-Law Student Timeline

Recommended Pre-Law Classes

Different Types of Law

Researching Joint Degree Programs