
Specializing in Pre-Law
For those interested in pursuing a legal career, plenty of military-friendly colleges and universities offer pre-law programs. Pre-law is offered as an academic "track" rather than a specific degree for undergraduates committed to getting an advanced law degree. That said, pre-law is an important option to consider for anyone thinking of a legal career.Because pre-law is not a degree itself, public universities sometimes have pre-law advising programs designed to guide students interested in law school. Public universities often have a strong commitment to serving veterans and may provide additional support services specifically for military-connected students such as dedicated campus offices and services for vets.
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Career Options With Pre-Law Education
- Mediator – Facilitate negotiation and dialogue between disputing parties to help resolve conflicts outside of the court system. Median Annual Salary: $50,000.
- Legal Assistant – Perform a variety of tasks to support lawyers. Median Annual Salary: $56,000.
- Hearing Officer – Apply the law by overseeing the legal process in courts. Median Annual Salary: $103,000.
Juris Doctorate (JD)
This is the law degree you seek to become a lawyer. After completing undergraduate work such as a pre-law track, students typically enter advanced degree programs to earn a Juris Doctorate.After graduating from law school, graduates must pass the bar exam in the state where they intend to practice. The bar exam tests knowledge of state and federal law and legal procedures. In addition to passing the bar exam, applicants must also undergo a character and fitness evaluation to ensure they possess the ethical and moral qualities necessary for the legal profession.
For more information on Law School and earning a Juris Doctorate click here.
Jobs with a Juris Doctorate
- Lawyer – Advise and represent individuals, businesses, and government agencies on legal issues and disputes. Median Annual Salary- $128,000.
- Judge – Apply the law by overseeing the legal process in courts. Median Annual Salary- $148,000.
GI Bill-approved Schools Offering a Pre-Law Degree
Ready to start your educational journey to become a lawyer? Check out these great programs at our partner schools:Stetson University Deland
Stetson University College of Law is ranked #3 by U.S. News in trial advocacy and #3 in legal writing, both vital skills for attorneys. Stetson has several programs for those seeking a JD, including dual degree programs for JD/Masters. However, Stetson does not offer a specific Pre-Law program for undergraduates as students are not required to adhere to any specific undergraduate course of study to gain acceptance into Stetson’s College of Law. Stetson is a GI Bill-approved school, offers credit for military experience, and is approved for Tuition Assistance. Stetson is a MyCAA-approved school and Stetson proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.Quinnipiac University
Has a School of Law with a multitude of comprehensive programs. At the undergraduate level a Pre-Law advising program is offered and an accelerated Bachelor’s + JD (as a 3+3), allowing students to earn both degrees in just 6 years. There are also Dual Degree programs for JD in combination with a variety of Masters. There are also full-time and part-time programs for students seeking their JD and a variety of optional concentrations. Quinnipiac University has GI Bill-approved programs, offers credit for military experience, and awards credit for both the CLEP and DSST exams. Quinnipiac University is a MyCAA-approved school, is approved for Tuition Assistance and Quinnipiac University is a Yellow Ribbon school.Upper Iowa University
Offers Pre-Law as a minor for its undergraduate degrees. Upper Iowa University has GI Bill-approved programs, offers credit for military experience, and awards credit for both the CLEP and DSST exams. Upper Iowa University is a MyCAA-approved school, a Yellow Ribbon school, and is approved for Tuition Assistance.University of North Georgia
Offers a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a Pre-Law Concentration. The University of North Georgia also offers a Pre-Law advising program. The University of North Georgia has GI Bill-approved programs, offers credit for military experience, awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams, and is approved for Tuition Assistance. The University of North Georgia is a MyCAA-approved school and the University of North Georgia proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program.University of Baltimore
Is home to the UBalt School of Law! As an undergraduate at the University of Baltimore, students have a variety of educational pathways for earning an undergraduate degree. Early Entry and Automatic Admit options are available to undergraduate students seeking entry into UBalt School of Law, provided they meet certain requirements. Early Entry is available for students in the following degree programs:- B.S. in Business Administration
- B.S. in Criminal Justice
- B.A. in History
- B.A. in Legal Studies
- B.A. in Philosophy, Law and Ethics
- B.A. in Policy, Politics, and International Affairs