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Frequently Asked Questions

What major should I choose?

Any major! There is no required pre-law curriculum. Choose a major that you enjoy, because you are more likely to excel at it. A rigorous program of study is preferable to an easy one. Double majors and majors with minors are not required, but many people pursue them. Remember, quality, not quantity, counts. Please click the link to “Preparing for Law School” above for more information. 

 

What classes should I take?

There are no required classes for law school. Take courses that interest you, because you are more likely to do well in them. A few tips: (1) avoid easy courses, because law schools look at the quality of the courses you take; (2) choose courses that stress writing; (3) choose courses that require you to think for yourself, rather than simply memorize material. The development of analytical skills (logical reasoning, argumentation, etc.) is important preparation for law school.

Am I at a disadvantage for admission because I attend NAU?

NAU students have been accepted at a number of fine law schools across the nation. 

 

What are the most important parts of my law school application? How do I get in?

Admissions decisions are based most heavily on your GPA and LSAT score. After these, the personal statement, letters of recommendation, and activities/experience, generally affect decisions. 

 

Should I take time off before going to law school?

This is an important decision, and a personal one. Some things to think about:

• You will gain experience (work/volunteer, preferably legal)
• You will save some money to pay for law school
• You will be a more competitive applicant
• You will have the benefit of all of your senior year grades on your transcript
• You will have more time to prepare for the LSAT
• You will have the time to determine whether law school is right for you
• You will be more mature, a quality that law schools place a premium on

A large percentage of applicants take time off to work, to travel, or to obtain an advanced degree.

How do I choose a law school?

Make a list of criteria that are important to you. Please select the link above for “Choosing a Law School” for more information.

 

How many schools should I apply to?

Applying to law school, can be viewed as two steps: applying in the fall, and then deciding in the spring where to go once the acceptances and rejections are received. If you apply broadly, you should have more choices at decision making time.

 

What should be on my resume?

Quality, not the quantity, counts. Law schools look for people who excel in either one thing (music, track, ceramics, etc.) or by being a well-rounded person. You need an extracurricular activity of some sort.

 

What about the LSAT?

The LSAT tests certain skills that you can improve if you practice them. The more practice, the better. There are Commercial Prep course available to help you prep.  Please see “Applying for Law School” for more information. 

 

For more, please click here: LSAC Frequently Asked Questions Page