General education classes such as English, political science, history, philosophy, psychology and oral communications.
Legal classes are acceptable, but a broad range of coursework is preferred.
Proficiency in written and oral communication is especially important, as well as critical thinking skills, objective analysis and reasoned judgment. Legal experience is not required. It attests to your competency in the required and elective areas of the law that you have studied. Because you learn practical techniques and marketable skills in the program, you are qualified for entry-level employment. They are not required in order to be admitted to the program, but computer competencies in word processing, spreadsheets and Windows are a graduation requirement.