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It explains how “pre-law” is not a single major, and highlights skills developed through History, such as reading comprehension, critical analysis, source organization, and writing. The document outlines next steps, annual events and student groups, ways to gain relevant experience (shadowing, internships, judicial opportunities, and volunteering), and what to expect in application materials. It also covers the LSAT, test selection, and preparation resources.","Pre-Law Advising  \nThere is no “pre-law” major at NC State. The LSAC website says the following about choosing a college major that prepares students for law school; “There is no single path that will prepare you for a legal education. Students come from all walks of life and educational backgrounds. Choose courses [and a major] that will enhance your reading comprehension, writing, and analytical skills. By challenging yourself as an undergraduate, you will be better positioned to do well on the LSAT and in law school.”  \nStudying History is an ideal fit for developing these skills. As a History major, you will be required to do alot of reading and will be expected to use this information to ask and answer complicated questions. You will also learn to organize and critically analyze various sources of information and to consider multiple interpretations and narrative viewpoints – all skills that are directly transferrable to the field of law. History majors are also trained to write high quality reports summarizing their findings and interpretations, another skill that lawyers use on a daily basis.  \nOnce you have determined your major, the rest of this document provides an overview of other ways to prepare for Law School.  \nThe first three things to do:  \n1. Review the Pre-Law Advising website at [https://prelaw.dasa. ncsu.edu/](https://prelaw.dasa. ncsu.edu/)  \n2. Join the Google Group Listserv (link is on the Pre-Law Advising page above)  \na. The Listserv provides valuable information about opportunities such as job/shadowing experience and other events and content that will help you in building a strong application for Law Schools.  \n3. Meet with a Pre-Law Peer Advisor for a one-on-one orientation to being a Pre-Law student  \nAnnual Events You Should Attend  \n• The NC Showcase of Law Schools (often hosted by the Pre-Law Students’ Association)  \n• The Law School Fair  \nStudent Groups to Join  \n• All Pre-Law students are strongly encouraged to join the Pre-Law Students’ Association (PSLA)  \n• You could also consider joining the following: run for a Student Government Executive Branch position, run for Student Senate, apply to serve on the Conduct Board, join the College of Humanities and Social Sciences Student Council, join Mock Trial at NCSU  \nHow To Gain Relevant Experience  \n• Did you know that most law schools have a higher drop-out rate than medical schools? Many admission representatives believe this is because unlike medical programs, law schools do not require pre-law students to participate in career-relevant experience prior to applying to the graduate program. However, gaining relevant experience as an undergraduate not only exposes you to the working-life of a lawyer, these experiences can also culminate in strong letters of recommendation, which are a required part of the law school application.  \n• What does relevant experience look like and where can you find it?  \no Start with your network.  \n§ Ask the students in PSLA where they have done shadowing or internship experiences.  \n§ Ask family and friends in the law profession if you could shadow them.  \n§ Use ePack to connect with NCSU alumni who are practicing lawyers. Even if they can not offer an internship, ask for an informational interview.  \no Many County and District Attorney’s Offices have formalized summer intern programs, check their website.  \no There are several legislative internships available each summer through the NC Department of Administration Summer Internship Program. 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