Pre-Law Minor
Description
Similar to how a pre-medical program sets the groundwork to attend medical school, the goal of the Pre-Law minor is to prepare La Salle University students to be admitted to a law school, with the main objective being of dramatically increasing the likelihood of being admitted into a nationally ranked top-tier law school. To meet that goal, courses in the Pre-law minor aim to develop students' skills in logical reasoning, critical thinking, and critical reading so as to enhance their scores on the Law School Aptitude Test (LSAT). Additionally, while allowing students latitude to meet their individual interests, the minor provides foundational knowledge in the areas of law which students will encounter in law school. Finally, the minor ensures students understand the development of the legal system from an interdisciplinary perspective. The minor also encourages students apply their classroom learning to actual legal challenges. As such, students have the option, as their capstone course, to gain practical experience as interns in legal field prior to graduation. Ultimately, we want our graduates to excel in law school and eventually in their legal career. More importantly, you will be part of a learning community which will encourage you and mentor you as you explore your career options.
Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHL 264 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| POL 151 | Principles Of American Government | 3 |
| Any 4 Electives | 12 | |
| Legal and Ethical Environment of Business | ||
| Sports Law | ||
| Communication Law and Ethics | ||
| Criminal Law | ||
| Criminal Courts | ||
| Gender and the Law | ||
| Constitutional Procedures in Policing | ||
| American Revolution | ||
| Civil War & Reconstruction | ||
| Topics in U.S. History | ||
| American Constitutional Law I | ||
| American Constitutional Law II | ||
| Environmental Law And Policy | ||
| Survey of Political Thought II: Liberal Democracy and Its Critics | ||
| Special Topics and Independent Study (Internship) | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |