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By far the most common undergraduate major of successful applicants to law school is political science. However, there is no “best” major for pre-law students. Pursue a major you are genuinely interested in so that you will excel academically. Remember to consult the Coordinator of Pre-Law Services about your individual plan.  \nRecommended Courses  \nCourses to consider:  \n• Political Science (POLS) 2201, 3205, 4100, 4460, 4570, 4580, 4700, 4760, 4920, 4930  \n• Sociology (SOCI) 3325, 3350, 3800, 4350, 4460, 4492  \nMinors to consider:  \n• Political Science  \n• English (Professional Writing)  \n• Sociology  \n• Psychology  \n• Marketing  \n• Management  \n• Accounting  \n• Human Resource Management  \n• English (ENGL) 2200, 3220, 3240, 3270, 4050, 4310  \n• Psychology (PSYC) 3311, 3850, 4492  \nCertificates to consider:  \n• Criminal Justice  \n• Social Justice  \nAdvisor information  \nAll prospective GSW students, current GSW students, and GSW alumni should contact the Pre-Law Advisor for more information.  \nDr. Brian Smith  \nCoordinator of Pre-Law Services and Professor  \nDepartment of History and Political Science Business, History & Political Science Building, Room 326 (229) 931-2080  \n[brian.smith@gsw.edu](brian.smith@gsw.edu)  \nGeneral information  \nWhat is a JD?  \nA JD is a degree that will prepare you to pass a state bar exam. Most jobs in the legal field are bar-passage required positions. If you want to be a lawyer or judge, you will need to pass the bar. JD programs are three years long.  \nComponents of a J.D. Application  \n• GPA (transcripts)  \n• LSAT (or GRE in some cases)  \n• Personal Statement  \n• 2-4 Letters of Recommendation  \n• Resume/CV  \nLaw schools want to see evidence of certain skills in an application. Use your coursework, extracurricular activities, and work opportunities to develop the following skills.  \n• Problem solving  \n• Critical reading  \n• Writing and editing  \n• Oral communication and listening  \n• Research  \n• Organization and management  \n• Public service and promotion of justice  \n• Relationship-building  \n• Background Knowledge  \n• Exposure to law  \nGPA Expectations  \nLaw schools look for evidence of sustained academic success when evaluating an application. They want to admit applicants who are committed and prepared for the academic rigor of law school. Do not give up if you have one poor semester. Law schools will observe the trends in your academic performance, and appreciate any continuous improvement. However, they will also notice negative trends and multiple course withdrawals. While an instance or two is not a deal-breaker, a pattern of behavior should be avoided. You must demonstrate the ability to handle difficult courses. Law schools will primarily take in to account the GPA for your first undergraduate degree earned (UGPA) . Although, law schools will have access to transcripts for graduate work.  \nDISCLAIMER: There are NO required courses for pre-law. You might also find courses not listed above which will develop your skills for law school or give you some exposure to the law.  \nLaw School Admission Test (LSAT)  \nThe Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is required for admission into most law schools and is usually offered eight to ten times per year at a cost of $200. You should plan to take the LSAT only once. The standard LSAT consists of four sections designed to assess your reading comprehension, analytical reasoning, and logical reasoning skills. You will have 35 minutes to complete each section. Registration for each LSAT test administration closes six weeks in advance. Make sure to register early! In order to receive your score for the LSAT, you must complete the written LSAT.  \nTo prepare for the LSAT you should plan to devote 6-9 months for preparation. Taking the LSAT can be a le","cbCailkl3I4sbsNP","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailkl3I4sbsNP","pdf",72401,"English","# Pre-Law Pathway Information\n## Recommended Courses and Certificates\n## Advisor Information and Contact\n## What Is a JD?\n## Components of a J.D. 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