This website is your first resource for discerning whether law school is the right decision for you, and to prepare for the application process. Click on the links below to learn more and for downloadable guidelines. Please join our pre-law email list to get updates about events and resources, and don't hesitate to contact the pre-law advisor to arrange an appointment.
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    Is Law School Right for You?

    Find out about the best ways of discerning your fit.

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    Courses, Majors, and Programs

    Law school applicants come from just about any major, and it is not necessary to pursue directly law-related subjects (though of course you can). Learn more, including pre-law tracks in Politics and Philosophy and our B.A./J.D. (3+3) program.

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    Planning Your Preparation

    If you intend to apply to law school during your senior year, you need to plan carefully for the steps leading up to that. Learn more about ideal timetables and guidelines.

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    Experiences and Mentoring

    We offer a variety of ways you can gain insight into the legal profession: on-campus career panels and on-site attorney shadowing with Catholic University alumni who are working lawyers, mentoring with current Columbus School of Law students, and more.

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    Preparing for the LSAT

    There is no one way to prepare for this test. There are multiple options, and ways you can explore which might be best for you.

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    Choosing Law Schools to Apply to, and Preparing the Application

    Explore resources for discerning among your potential application targets, and things to consider about the application, including the (critically important) personal statement.

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