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
- UW Pre-Law Guide
- 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
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Upcoming workshops:
Phi Alpha Delta (Pre-Law Fraternity) Autumn Quarter Events:
Sat, Oct 13th, 2018- Phi Alpha Delta and TestMasters will be administering a free full-length mock LSAT under official test conditions on Saturday, October 13th from 10AM-2PM in the Husky Union Building, Room 238. All University of Washington students are welcome!
Thurs, Nov 1st, 2018- Phi Alpha Delta and Career & Internship Center host Law School Admissions Panel (NYU, Berkeley, Northwestern, USC, and Texas) from 5:30-7PM at the UW Career & Internship Center (MGH 134).