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Academics

Pre-Law Pathway

scales of justice

By starting with an understanding of ethics, then learning the case method, and finally putting theory to practice, we guide you along the steps you need to take to be successful in law school. 

Pre-Law Pathway Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Summer 3 Year 4
Semester 1
  • Case Method Class
  • Pre-Law Speaker or Alumni Visit
  • Legal internship or Pre-law class
  • Trip to University of Illinois College of Law
  • Law School Applications due
  • Third resume
Semester 2
  • First Resume
  • Pre-Law Class
  • Sophomore Tea (Political Science)
  • Advising and Planning
  • Trial Class (BUS 349)

Coursework

The links below have information on coursework that various departments recommend as being beneficial to students interested in law school

Political Science