Pre-Law education refers to a diverse range of academic experiences designed to equip students with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary for success in law school and law-related careers. While there is no required major to enter law school, Pre-Law education emphasizes critical thinking, research, writing, and communication skills that are essential for both legal studies and professional practice. Additionally, it serves as a strong foundation for individuals pursuing law-related professions that do not require a Juris Doctor (J.D.), professions such as law enforcement, paralegal, legal administration, court administration, legal librarian, government and other public sector positions, regulatory compliance, and more. Pre-law programs offer valuable preparation for various career paths within the field of law.
There are four majors which are explicitly oriented towards preparation for law or legal-related professional studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. While one is not required to choose one of these, they are most compatible with the existing Pre-Law curriculum. For some programs, like the GPA and 3+3 early admissions, these majors are required for enrollment. Curriculum requirements are found at each undergraduate major website.
Criminology & Criminal Justice
Business Pre-Law (contact the School of Business)
Are you the type of high school or transfer student who already has a plan for what's next after completing your bachelor's degree? Have you dreamed of going to law school your entire life? If you're an ambitious high school or transfer student, you can get early decision admission and acceptance to your chosen undergraduate program, with a thoroughly planned pathway to graduate school already set for you. The Lincoln Memorial University Guaranteed Professional Admission (GPA Program) is a unique program that allows motivated high school or transfer student to earn guaranteed acceptance into one of our professional degree pathways after they complete their undergraduate program benchmarks.
Qualified high school or transfer students can receive guaranteed placement into one of LMU's graduate-level professional programs–like medical or law school–even before graduating. At LMU, you can have peace of mind knowing that you're already on the path to your desired masters or professional program before beginning your undergraduate studies. If you decide later to leave the GPA program, you are still on track in your particular undergraduate major.
There are three pathways for qualifying GPA program participants to enter the Duncan School of Law. Each pathway has different requirements, so please consult your academic advisor to determine best fit.
Dr. Benjamin L. Mabry
Political Science Program Director and Assistant Professor of Political Science
423-869-7424
