Traditional Certificate Program Requirements (36 units)

The department strongly recommends a double major in Political Science and Philosophy for those students who are planning to enter law school. The department also offers a Pre-Law certificate program, and provides a full range of counseling services in preparation for law school. The Pre-Law certificate offers a specific series of courses intended to prepare students for both the LSAT and law school. The Pre-Law certificate is issued by the Office of the University Registrar upon student request and completion of the below courses. Students can also receive active advice for the LSAT examination. Dr. James Bishop serves as the Pre-Law program advisor.