OHLPA Pre-Law Handbook-  Table of Contents  Academic Advising Center

The Pre-Law Handbook is for students interested in applying to law school. This is a 20 page document in one file.  Written by Amy Abernethy, J.D. Ph.D.  Former AAC OHLPA Pre-Law Advisor, October 1996

Is law school the right choice for me?

Demographic Information

Preparation

What should I major in?

What courses should I take?

Extracurricular Experiences

Student Activities

Pre-Law Organizations

Work Experience

Volunteer Experience

General Time Line

Freshmen and Sophomore Years

Junior Year

Senior Year

Law School Admissions Test (LSAT)

Law School Data Assembly Service (LSDAS)

Fee Waivers

How Do I Choose the Law School That's Right For Me?

Rankings

Application

Gathering the Applications

Completing the Applications

Role of LSDAS in the Application Process

Letters of Recommendation

Personal Statement

Dean's Certification Form/Letter of Good Standing

Full Disclosure
 

Anticipation

Wait Lists

Seat Deposits

High Finances

What type of aid is available to law students?

Where should I start?

What financial aid forms will I need to fill out?

How can I afford to repay my loans?

Minority Opportunities in Law

Loans and Scholarships for Minority Students

Applicants with Disabilities

Appendices

"Preparation for Legal Education"-written by ABA Pre-Law Committee

Law Schools Where U.F. Alumni Have Been Accepted

Law Schools Where U.F. Alumni Are Currently Attending

Useful Electronic Mail Addresses & Web Sites

Selected Reading/Viewing Material

LSDAS Publications

Supplemental Reading Material

Movies for Rent

Movies for Sale

Law School Checklist