Legal Professions Scholars are academically strong students interested in pursuing a legal career. Â鶹ÊÓƵ students in their first and second years work with dedicated faculty mentors learning about the law alongside a community of peers from various majors across campus with similar interests. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and professionalism are emphasized.

Program Highlights

In the first year, students participate in engaging experiences with attorneys and other legal scholars and professionals. Legal Professions Scholars will:

  • Attend a welcome gathering at the beginning of the academic year to meet current Legal Professions Scholars and share experiences
  • Take Â鶹ÊÓƵ 1010 and COR 1100 in the first year, taught by the Director of the Legal Professions Scholars
  • Connect with law-related campus opportunities, including Phi Alpha Delta and Â鶹ÊÓƵ Mock Trial
  • Attend lectures and panel discussions on law-related topics followed by a meal with guest speakers for discussions and analysis
  • Take POL 2100: Intro to the Study of Law in the second year in order to develop an understanding of legal readings, research materials, and legal professionalization, taught by Â鶹ÊÓƵ Law School faculty

Ready to Apply?

Students with substantial and broad leadership experiences in their high school and/or communities are competitive candidates for Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Scholars programs. Fifteen Legal Professions Scholars are selected in each first-year class.

The Scholars application opens February 1. The application deadline is April 15.