What is Pre-Law?
Students wishing to become a lawyer might consider a pre-law field of study. It’s not necessary to have a pre-law degree in order to become a lawyer, but many students feel this can give them an edge when applying to law school. A pre-law degree can be in any field, but many students choose to major in political science, economics, or business.

Why is studying Pre-Law important?
Pre-Law is important because it gives students the opportunity to learn about law, and how to become a lawyer. It also allows students to decide if they want to pursue a career in law.

What can you study in Pre-Law?
You can study many different things in pre-law, including law itself, court proceedings, legal writing, and more. This allows students to gain a broad understanding of the legal profession, and decide if it’s the right career path for them.

LLM is Latin for Legum Magister, signifying Master of Laws. Our Master of Laws (LL.M.) Program in American Law is a one-year graduate program. Foreign law graduates who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree “LL.M. in American Law.”