Program Guide
Pre-law is a non-degree designation added to a student's academic profile. There is no required major, coursework or curriculum. Pre-law students have two advisors: a major advisor who assists in understanding the requirements to obtain a desired bachelor's degree and a pre-law advisor who helps students understand the requirements of a competitive law school applicant.
Pre-law timeline
Freshman/Sophomore Year
- Choose a major that interests you and in which you excel
- Use academic support resources to help achieve highest grades
- Add pre-law designation and meet with your pre-law advisor
- Attend pre-law workshops, events and opportunities
- Join Law School Admissions Council
- Join K-State clubs, organizations and activities
Junior Year
- Determine LSAT exam dates
- Network and engage with attorneys, alumni and law school deans
- Chose LSAT preparation options and prepare for LSAT
- Take the LSAT exam in spring or summer, or early fall of senior year
- Prepare and finalize your law school application: personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation, transcripts and LSAT scores
Senior Year
- Apply to law schools and for scholarships
- Attend forums and tour law schools
- Consider your offers and decide which law school to attend
Program Aspects
Events and Opportunities
- Kansas Court of Appeals Hearings
- Law School Fairs and Admissions Meetings
- Law School Application Workshops
- Legal Jobs, Internships and Externship Opportunities
- Legal Speaker Series
- Law School Admissions Meetings
- LSAT Preparation Resources
- Network with Judges and Attorneys
Mock Trial Team: Provides the opportunity to develop trial advocacy skills through competitions that include exposure to aspects of cases from beginning to the end, case law and courtroom procedure. Pre-Law Ambassadors: Offers informative programs and events to increase Pre-Law students' knowledge of legal education, law school and law practice/careers.