Pre-Law/Legal Studies Certificate
Whether you see yourself in the courtroom, the boardroom, or a governmental office, a law degree can be your ticket to a rewarding career. Lawyers are problem solvers. Skilled in communication and able to work through the complexities of case law, statutes, and administrative regulations, lawyers play a vital role in society. The Pre-law/Legal Studies Certificate provides you with an understanding of the foundations of American law, a working knowledge of legal resources, and the skills to engage in basic legal research and argumentation. With the Pre-law Certificate you'll be better prepared for law school and for the legal profession.
Virtual Students Please Note: Only POLS 320, 620 and 621 are available for the online Pre-law Concentration. All other options listed below are on campus only.
| Pre-law/Legal Studies
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Total Hours: 9
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| Students must take:
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Hours
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| POLS 320:
Introduction to Law
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3 hrs
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| Choose 6-hours from the following:
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| POLS 420:
LSAT Preparation
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2hrs
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| POLS 425:
Legal Research Methods
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3 hrs
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| POLS 620:
Constitutional Law
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3 hrs
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| POLS 621:
American Civil Liberties
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3 hrs
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| POLS 622:
Legal Advocacy
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3 hrs
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| PHIL 310:
Legal Philosophy
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3 hrs
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| Or approved seminar.
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