First-Year Orientation: Pre-law

What’s the “best” pre-law major?

There is no official “pre-law” major at FSU.

• Law schools have no required majors or coursework.

• Choose a major based on your interests, strengths, and career goals.

What matters:

• High GPA
• Strong LSAT score
• Clear writing, research, and analytical thinking skills

Popular majors for pre-law students include:

• Criminology
• English:
  • Creative Writing
  • Editing, Writing, & Media
  • Literature, Media, & Culture
• History
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Sociology

Choose a major that:

• Interests you deeply
• Helps you excel academically
• Develops your writing and reasoning skills

Helpful resources:

• Law School Admissions Council (LSAC): Choosing a Pre-Law Major
• American Bar Association: Preparing for Law School

Advising Tip:

• At either 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. today, attend the Pre-Law at FSU Breakout Session in Garnet 4.
• Meet with both your academic advisor and a Pre-Law Advisor (prelaw.fsu.edu) to develop a strong plan for law school admissions.