Pre-Law

General Information:

David Parrish, Advisor

The Association of American Law Schools does not recommend a specific major or minor as the preferred pre-legal course of study. Several programs of undergraduate education can help develop the skills necessary to succeed as students pursue a career in law. These programs include History, English, speech, economics, and accounting among others. Successful study and practice of law requires: (a) an ability to write and comprehend written materials; (b) critical understanding of political institutions; and, (c) creative thinking. Entrance into law school is based on a combination grade point average and scores on the standardized Law Schools Admissions Test. For further information, contact Dr. David Parrish.

Although there is no prescribed course of study, students who select a pre-law emphasis meet regularly with Dr. Parrish to discuss how major fields of study and course selection contribute to the student’s success. Dr. Parrish also works with the Director of the Vocation Center to organize pre-law events and internships with local attorneys.