Pre-Law
Drawing on over a century of experience, our pre-law advising program is adept at steering undergraduates toward studying law and embarking on legal careers. Our faculty advisors will work with you to find a study program that ignites your passion for learning and sharpens your analytical, reflective, and communication skills. This preparation aims for your successful admission to top national law schools, including our own College of Law in Gulfport/St. Petersburg, Florida.
Why Pre-Law at Stetson University?
You have the flexibility to choose a major in arts and sciences, business, or music, all while building a strong liberal arts foundation valued by law school admissions officers. You will also have opportunities to participate in accelerated programs such as our 3+3 Accelerated Bachelor's/JD Program or our 4+3 Direct Admission to the College of Law. While you pursue your major, build your legal skills and CV by joining our Mock Trial and Moot Court teams. Network and collaborate by joining Stetson’s chapter of Phi Alpha Delta.
Where to Begin?
Begin your legal journey by reviewing the Stetson Pre-Law Program Process—a four-step guide to pre-law success at Stetson University.
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Career Outcomes
With personalized guidance from pre-law advisors, you can also tailor your undergraduate studies to align with your specific interests in various legal fields such as family, corporate, criminal, environmental, civil rights, or copyright law.
Pre-Law Advisory Committee
Our Pre-Law Advisory Committee takes an active role in helping Stetson students prepare for a law career. Members of the committee will advise you in course selection, inform you about the many law and graduate schools available, assist in setting up internships, help you prepare for the LSAT and advise you on application procedures.
- Joel Davis, English PhD
- Christopher Ferguson, Psychology PhD
- Elizabeth Galloway, JD, Business Law Minor Director
- Karla Davis Jamison, Admissions and Student Financial Aid College of Law
- Joshua Rust, Philosophy PhD, Pre-Law Director
- Leander Seah, History PhD
- Steven Smallpage, Political Science PhD
For more information on these opportunities, please contact the Pre-Law Director Joshua Rust.
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