Which classes do I take to be “PreLaw”?
If you’re “PreLaw,” you intend to go to law school some day. That’s all the label “PreLaw” means. It does not refer to a major or a set curriculum. We are asked routinely about what classes to take in order to be “PreLaw.” First of all, there is no evidence that particular majors or coursework significantly enhance your chances of acceptance into the law school of your choice. The first, crucial qualifications you need to get into law school are strong grades and a strong LSAT score. That said, there are courses which might help you determine if legal studies is interesting to you, and might also provide a helpful background once you get to law school. A course in Logic has been known to be very helpful, both with the LSAT and in law school (Forms of Reasoning is the basic course taught in our Philosophy Dept). Also, any English, History, or Politics class involving extensive research, reading, and writing will simulate the work you’ll be doing in a JD program, and can prove beneficial
