About Pre-Law

Cornell College's liberal arts program, with its emphasis on educating students to read critically, reason effectively, and communicate clearly, has a history of preparing students to succeed in law school and as legal professionals.Consistent with the best advice of law schools themselves, Cornell has no formal "pre-law" major and no specific list of required courses. However, Cornell's Pre-Law program offers a comprehensive set of resources to guide and prepare students for successful admission to law school and careers in the legal profession.

Mission

The Cornell College Pre-Law Program enables students to make a good choice about joining the legal profession and effectively prepares them for the rigors of law school.

Goals

• To offer intentional pre-professional advising that provides students with broad exposure to careers in the legal profession.
  • Outcome: Cornell students will be able to decide whether a legal career is right for them.
• To give direct guidance and support for students engaged in the law school admission process.
  • Outcome: Cornell students will be successful in gaining admission to law school.
• To help students develop professional skill sets for the world of work.

  • Outcome: Cornell students will demonstrate that they can act appropriately in a professional work environment.