Are you interested inlearning more about a career in law? Then, The Pre-Law Advising Program is here to help you achieve your goal.
Students interested in a career in law are encouraged to first attend a General Information Session (dates TBA).

If you will be applying to law school this semester, you are encuraged to attend an Applicant Information Session (dates TBA) . We offer a Personal Statment Session (dates TBA). to assist you in this process which is a very important part of your application.

As an undergraduate at The University of Arizona, you will find ample opportunity to learn more about the legal profession and test your commitment to a career in law. First, Pre-Law students may visit classes at the College of Law. With prior approval from the Office of Admissions, you may observe classes such as Criminal Procedure, Contracts, or Property Law.

Pre-Law students are also encouraged to do volunteer work (community service) or register for an internship during their junior or senior year. Available for 1-12 credits, internships are offered in the Pima County Public Defender's Office, the State Legislature, the juvenile Court, and congressional offices in Washington, D.C., to name only a few.

Volunteer work and internships provide valuable hands-on experience and enable you to test your interest in the practice of law before applying to law school.

The Pre-Law Advising Center available to assist Pre-Law students with course selection, choice of major, preparation for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), and the law school application process.

There is pre-law advisory council (PLAC) which is composed of University faculty and staff who have attended law school, practiced law, or taught law-related courses. They are available not only to answer your questions on the nature of law school and the legal profession, but also to support and mentor you as you prepare to enter law school.

Additionally, there is a Student Resource Area in the Center for Exploratory Students (ILC, Room 103) that has Law school catalogues, LSAT booklets, information on campus pre-law activities.