OHLPA Pre-Law Handbook

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 

• Introduction / Exploration
  • 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

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