Pre-Law
The first step toward your legal career.
While there is no set “pre-law” curriculum required to be admitted to law school, there are qualities that will set you apart. Through Alma’s pre-law program, you’ll:
- Develop critical thinking, analytical, research and writing skills essential for practicing law.
- Partner with our pre-law advising group (PLAG) to align courses from your chosen major with your legal ambitions.
- Apply what you learn in the classroom to research projects and work experience.
At A Glance
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12:1Student-to-faculty ratio
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18Average class size
Possible Careers
The first step toward your legal career.
While there is no set “pre-law” curriculum required to be admitted to law school, there are qualities that will set you apart. Through Alma’s pre-law program, you’ll:
- Develop critical thinking, analytical, research and writing skills essential for practicing law.
- Partner with our pre-law advising group (PLAG) to align courses from your chosen major with your legal ambitions.
- Apply what you learn in the classroom to research projects and work experience.
Get to Know Pre-Law
Pre-Law Advising Group (PLAG)
Professional Development
As a pre-law student, you'll be encouraged to participate in an internship that provides valuable industry experience. Find out more about career support at Alma.
Invest in your future.
The American Bar Association and the American Association of Law Schools state that “there is no specific ‘pre-law’ course of study that will enhance a student’s chances of gaining admission to law school.”
As such, we recommend that pre-law students at Alma select a major they are passionate about. You can then work with our pre-law advisors to choose classes that help prepare you for the LSAT and law school.
In addition, you can take advantage of opportunities tailored to the field of law. Many pre-law students complete an internship in private practice, government or with an advocacy organization. You can meet with law school representatives at bi-annual campus visits and through sponsored law school forums.
We also hope you’ll get involved in the Barrister Society, a student-run club that sponsors panels, speakers, workshops and more.
What You Need to Know
More than 90% of Alma College seniors who worked closely with our pre-law advisors have been admitted to at least one American Bar Association-endorsed law school. These include:
- Cornell Law School
- Duke University School of Law
- Harvard Law School
- Michigan State University College of Law
- Notre Dame Law School
- The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
- Stanford Law School
- Yale Law School
Get Connected
Student Organizations
Find new avenues for personal and professional growth by joining one — or more — of Alma’s 100+ student clubs.