Pre-Law Minor
The Pre-Law minor provides you with an interdisciplinary foundation for pursuing legal careers through coursework in philosophy, political science, communication, English and religious studies. You will strengthen your ability to analyze complex issues, construct compelling arguments, and communicate clearly with diverse audiences.
As the legal field evolves, employers and law schools increasingly value applicants with broad intellectual training and strong analytical and interpersonal skills. This minor helps you prepare for law school while expanding career pathways in public service, policy, business, journalism and nonprofit leadership.
Reach out to the program coordinator for more information about the required courses for this minor.
Requirements
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Required Courses (15 hours)
- ENG 329Â -Â Literature in Society: Topical Subtitle
- POL 120Â -Â American Politics and Government
- COM 242Â -Â Beyond Borders: Argument, Debate and Communication
- or
- COM 334Â -Â Media Law and Ethics in the Age of AI
- PHI 101Â -Â Logic
- or
- PHI 116Â -Â Ethics
- POL 323Â -Â Constitutional Law I Development of the Legal System
- or
- POL 324Â -Â Constitutional Law II Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
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Electives (3 hours)
Choose one additional course from the list below. Courses used to meet Required Courses above cannot also be used to meet this requirement.Â
*Students majoring in the following majors may not count more than two courses towards both the major and the minor: Communication Studies; English; Philosophy; Political Science; Religious Studies.
- COM 242Â -Â Beyond Borders: Argument, Debate and Communication
- COM 334Â -Â Media Law and Ethics in the Age of AI
- ENG courses level 200-499
- PHI 101Â -Â Logic
- PHI 116Â -Â Ethics
PHI courses level 200-499
POL courses level 200-499
- REL 260Â -Â Christian Ethics
- Other courses in consultation with program advisors.