Pre-Law 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 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.
Required Courses:
| POLS 320 Introduction to Law | 3 hours |
| POLS 420 Legal Research Methods | 3 hours |
| POLS 620 Constitutional Law | 3 hours |
| And one of the following: | |
| POLS 621 American Civil Liberties | 3 hours |
| POLS 622 Legal Advocacy | 3 hours |
| GBUS 204 Business Law | 3 hours |
| PHIL 310 Philosophy of Law | 3 hours |
| TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATE | 12 hours |


















