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Background No specific major is required or expected for pre-law studies, however you are advised to have a strong background in the liberal arts.  It is a good idea to plan a program that includes courses in the social sciences, literature, writing, philosophy, mathematics and economics.  Specific courses in accounting or statistics may prove very useful.  Admission committees want to see candidates who are educationally well-rounded.
How To UMass Boston students considering a pre-law program are encouraged to make an appointment with the Pre-Law Advisor in Career Services by calling 617-287-5519.  The Pre-Law Advisor can assist you in deciding which courses best apply to your pre-law program, and will continue to work with you throughout the process of applying to law school. Career Services publishes a The UMass Boston Student's Guide to Law School Admission that students can download by clicking the above link.
Timeline
A Suggested Timetable for those Applying to Law School

June LSAT offered
It is recommended that those planning to apply in September for admission the following September take the test in June when preparation is complete
Late Summer
Begin to order law school catalogues and application forms
Early September
Those who have not taken the LSAT should register for the October test
September
Consultation with the Pre-Law Advisor in Career Services
Collection of law school recommendations
Early October
LSAT is given
Mid-October
Visit law schools in the Boston area
Late October/Early November
Plan to attend the Law School Forum
Early December
Last opportunity to take the LSAT
February/March
Application deadlines for most schools
March/April
Law schools begin to notify students of admissions deadlines

Graduate School
Contemplating
Graduate Study		 If you are considering graduate study for any profession, a Career Counselor can assist you.  Call 617-287-5519 to arrange for an appointment, and visit the Career Resource Library to review materials which will help you in the decision making and graduate school application process.

Career Services has application and informational bulletins for the GRE, MAT, GMAT, LSAT, AHPAT, MCAT, PRAXIS, TOEFL, and TSE.
Information is available online for the GRE, PRAXIS, TOEFL, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and DAT.
Credentials For UMass Boston students and graduates applying to graduate programs, Career Services offers a Credentials File Service.  You can have recommendation letters kept on file and sent to designated graduate programs at your written request.  To take advantage of the Credentials File Service, drop by the Career Services Office (Campus Center-1-1300) and ask for the Credentials File Registration form.
Last Update 7/9/08