At the UW, “pre-law” is not a major, minor or series of courses. Law school requires no prerequisite courses nor do law schools prefer any particular majors. Pre-law refers to anyone who is considering going to law school after they complete their undergraduate degree.
Pre-Law Career Coaching
At the UW Career and Internship Center, Pre-Law Career Coaching can help students and alumni:
- Determine whether law school is the best fit for one’s professional goals
- Learn about law school and the different areas of legal practice
- Help with the application process
- Determine an action plan
- Explore the different jobs and careers in the field
- Subscribe to the UW Pre-Law listserv to receive announcements on Pre-Law events, resources, and information
30 min appointments are available for UW students and alumni. Schedule your Pre-Law Career Coaching appointment in Handshake. Appointments take place in the Career & Internship Center (134 Mary Gates Hall), by phone or online by request
Exploring the Legal Profession: Academic and Professional Prep
Law School: Admissions and Application Prep
Law School: How to Apply
Additional Resources for Students
- LSAT Preparation & Tips
- Financing Law School
- Diversity in Law School
- Researching Law Schools
- NAPLA/SAPLA Book of Law School Lists
- Personal, Diversity, Resume, & Letter of Recommendation Tips
- Careers/Jobs in Law
- Books to Read about law school
- LSAC UGPA/LSAT Search Tool
- LSJ Internship Sites
Pre-Law Handouts:
- Pre-Law Guide
- Applying to Law School Timeline
- Gaining Experience as a Pre-Law Student
- Tips for Writing your Personal Statement
- Gap Year(s) and Law School
- All Handouts
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Register now for GEN ST 297 Pre-Law Seminar– Autumn Quarter 2019
Seminar is now FULL. Please sign up for notify to be notified of when spots open up. If you have any questions, please email dawnfc99@uw.edu
LSAT Summer Prep Course by UW Instructional Center
To register or to be added to a waiting list, fill out the registration form here. Seats for the course will be filled in order of payment. Currently, payment can only be made in person using a Husky Card or by mail using a personal check. To ensure a spot, please pay the course fee by Friday, June 14, 2019. For registration details or for any further questions, please email icprep@uw.edu.
UPDATE ABOUT 2019 LSAT
