The Pre-Law Advising Program provides support for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), law-school selection and application preparation. Students can also receive advice on preparing competitive applications and navigating the law-school admissions process.
Pre-LAW
Pre-Law Program at William Jewell
The Pre-Law Program prepares students for law school and careers in the legal profession by developing the reading, writing, analytical and communication skills necessary for success in legal education.
Interests & Attributes:
- Reading, Writing & Research
- Public Service
- Advocacy
Goals for Student Learning
Students participating in Pre-Law will:
- Analyze complex arguments and competing perspectives.
- Develop rigorous reading and research skills.
- Write clearly, persuasively and logically.
- Develop critical-thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
- Understand ethical and social dimensions of legal questions.
- Prepare strategically for the LSAT and law-school application process.
- Explore careers and areas of practice within the legal profession.
Experiences & Internships
Students are encouraged to gain practical exposure to the legal profession through internships, shadowing, civic engagement, research and other experiences.
Opportunities to interact with attorneys, judges, legal professionals and Jewell alumni can help students explore different areas of law and make informed decisions about their future.
Your Path at Jewell
There is no required pre-law major. Students are encouraged to select a major that challenges them intellectually and develops their strengths in reading, writing, analysis and communication.
Courses and experiences across the humanities, social sciences, business and other disciplines can provide valuable preparation for law school.
Beyond Jewell
The Pre-Law Advising Program prepares students for admission to law school and careers in the legal profession. Jewell’s catalog emphasizes that students from any major may pursue law school and that rigorous undergraduate study should develop the ability to read complex material and produce high-quality writing. The program supplements that academic preparation with LSAT practice sessions, guidance on choosing and applying to law schools, conversations with legal alumni and advice about courses and experiences that can strengthen preparation for legal education.
Jewell’s legal alumni and professional network provide opportunities for students to learn directly from people who have pursued careers in law. These connections can help students better understand the realities of legal education and professional practice.