Welcome to the UTD Pre-Law Advising and Resource Center!
We are here to help you make informed decisions about your academic and personal preparation for law school and a legal career. We can offer guidance from your first year through the law school application process and your eventual matriculation to law school.
We offer a variety of services and programs tailored to your stage in the application process. We also have various workshops on topics of interest to pre-law students as well as speakers from throughout the legal practice spectrum. Additionally, we can meet with students in individual counseling sessions.
Academic and Pre-professional Advising
- Discuss intellectual and personal interests to determine if law school is a good choice;
- Recommend classes that can prepare you for law school and legal practice;
- Offer resources and information about the law school experience;
- Advise you about LSAT preparation, timing of your test administration or retaking the test, if necessary;
- Recommend extracurricular activities or internship opportunities that may enrich your undergraduate experience and inform your career choices;
- Help you narrow your choices and request letters of recommendation that will round out your application.
Application Preparation
- Explain application procedures, including LSDAS registration;
- Help you devise an application strategy, including where to apply;
- Advise applicants about compiling a cohesive, complete application;
- Brainstorm ideas for personal statements and offer feedback;
- Suggest addenda where appropriate.
Post-Application Stage
- Advise students about how to communicate with law schools to get the information they need about their application and/or financial aid status;
- Advise students about evaluating multiple admissions and/or scholarship offers;
- Help students navigate the financial aid process;
- Help unsuccessful applicants evaluate their applications and devise a reapplication strategy.
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