Selecting a Pre-Law Curriculum Students interested in the prelaw program follow the normal procedure for declaring and fulfilling requirements for a major in a single school or department or in gaining approval for an interdisciplinary program of study. Whatever the choice of major, the prelaw student's program should be supported by a broad selection of courses from mathematics, the natural sciences, the social sciences, and the humanities. Courses recommended by law schools include philosophy, literature and advanced writing courses, history, political science, accounting, business administration, economics, mathematics, languages, and the other courses demanding logical thinking, analytical reasoning, or verbal proficiency. It is strongly recommended that this test be taken in June before the senior year. With this test date, students can appraise their prospects, consider retaking the examination in October or December or both, or, if necessary, make alternate plans.
LSAT applications are available from prelaw advisers.
The Pre-Law Handbook , published by the Law School Admissions Service, is helpful in describing law schools and their requirements for admission. This handbook is available in prelaw advisers' offices and in the American University campus book store. All rights reserved.