Pre-Law
Pre-Law
Program Description
Pre-law is a fantastic first step for those wondering how to get into law school and a program designed to advise students about the opportunity of entering the legal profession. We welcome students who want to explore the possibility of a legal education as well as students who have already decided to pursue a legal education. The goal of the program is to assist the student in making an informed decision about law school.
Pre-law advising includes discussing possible majors and classes to prepare for law school, guidance on the law school application process, information about the LSAT, details about specific law schools, as well as information about careers in the legal profession.
3+3 Pre-Law Scholars Program
Note: A new Pre-Law Scholars partnership between Rockhurst University and the University of Missouri-Columbia allows students to earn a law degree in just six years. The 3+3 program gives Rockhurst students a direct entry opportunity to law school and allows them to complete their juris doctorate degree a full year sooner than a traditional law school program.
The program is open to both freshman and transfer students in any degree program. For more information, visit rockhurst.edu/prelawscholars.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the law school requirements and admission process
- Select a major and classes that are of interest to the student and will help the student reach the goal of attending law school
- Understand the career opportunities associated with obtaining a law degree
- Be accepted to law school
Course Map
Experiences
Students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunities offered by joining the Rockhurst chapter of Phi Alpha Delta, the national Pre-law Fraternity.
Outcomes
- Graduates have an increased possibility of being accepted into law school.
- Graduates pursue careers as:
- Prosecutor
- Criminal Defense Attorney
- Business Attorney
- Intellectual Property Attorney
- Government Service Officials
