Pre-Law

I want to go to law school….

Okay, so you are interested in going to law school, but you have got to get your undergraduate studies out of the way first. But, it is never too early to start preparing. First, it is important that you decide what to major in, and that can be ANY major. Pre-Law students can major in ANY subject, but are encouraged to follow a course of study that emphasizes analytical reasoning, logic and writing skills. Through 3PR, students receive current information about law schools and law-related programs as undergraduates.

In order to get into law school, you must take a standardized exam called the LSAT (Law School Admission Test).

The LSAT is a half-day standardized exam which is required for admission to almost all law schools in the United States. The test is offered only four times a year: June, October, December and February. The test consists of five multiple-choice sections which are timed. Each section contains between 25-28 questions, which you must complete in 35 minutes. One section of the test is an “experimental” section, which does not contribute to your overall score. A 30 minute writing section is also required at the end of the exam. Your raw score (how many questions you answered correctly out of 100/101) is then correlated to a score scale ranging from 120 to 180. For instance, if you were to answer 50 questions correctly out of 100, then your LSAT score would translate into roughly a 149/150 (with some variance).Getting into law school is highly competitive. Some law schools have seen an increase of 20% or more in applications, so it is vital that you prepare for this test. For more detailed information on the LSAT, go to www.lsac.org. This website is where you will register for the test when the time comes.

Texas Wesleyan will provide you the solid liberal arts curriculum and 3PR will help you prepare for this test. You will do practice tests, write your personal essays and a have a wealth of information at your fingertips by the time you are ready to take the test. You will be PRepared to take the LSAT.