pre-law advising Law schools want students who can think analytically, Here are some of the institutions at which read critically, and write intelligently and correctly. Any recent graduates have been accepted: course of study that helps develop critical analyses, • Boston University • Campbell University logical reasoning, written expression, computer skills • Duke University • Charleston School of Law and oral facility is recommended. Law school admissions • Georgetown University • DePaul University committees like to see: • Emory University • Georgia State University • Mercer University • Tulane University • University of Connecticut • University of Georgia • Applicants who study breadth of subjects and depth of subject • University of Memphis • University of Michigan matter. • University of Richmond • University of South Carolina • Excellent grades in courses that develop critical thinking • University of Tennessee • Vanderbilt University ability. • Wake Forest University • Washington and Lee • Courses that enhance your ability to communicate accurately • William and Mary • Yale University and effectively. • An internship in the legal field that provides practical, firsthand experience with the law. • Freshman and sophomore grades that are as good as the The pre-law workshops and seminars at the grades made as a junior and senior (a minimum GPA of 3.0). “ College of Charleston gave me insight into While there is no pre-law major at the College of how law schools make admissions decisions. Charleston, our students excel in any of our challenging The program is excellent.” majors and benefit from the expert guidance and support of our pre-law advisors. In addition, a number of minors are available that relate closely to the study of law Megan Stephens ’06 (political science) – particularly Crime, Law and Society. Cumberland School of Law Samford University, Birmingham, Ala. David MANN, PRE-law ADVISOR | [email protected] | www.cofc.edu/pre-law/ | 843.953.5703 pre-law advising Active Learning Opportunities Every major program offers its own special active learning experiences such as internships, independent studies, study- abroad opportunities, research projects, related clubs and organizations and lecture series, etc. Students planning to attend law school will want to supplement those with experiences that specifically connect to the legal profession. Some examples include internships at such sites as: • City of Charleston Police Department • Attorneys’ offices and law firms • Charleston County Sheriff’s Office • Community Juvenile Arbitration Program • Family Court • Department of Juvenile Justice • Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services • Public Defender’s office • South Carolina Centers for Equal Justice Pre-Law Society. This student group sponsors programs and speakers, including on-campus visits by law school admissions counselors and an annual trip to the Law School Fair in Atlanta. Mock Trial. The College recently hosted the first Charleston Invitational Tournament, and our students placed well at a Philadelphia invitational and at the regional competition at • Excellent analytical and logical thinking skills Furman. Two local attorneys serve as the instructors of record. • Critical reading skills • A commitment to high professional and personal ethical Model OAS (Organization of American States). Our students standards have participated in the Model OAS (similar to the Model U.N.) • A well-developed sense of responsibility and citizenship in Washington, D.C., for the last 20 years, serving as represen- • Self-discipline and time-management skills tatives of member states in a simulation of the OAS General • Creative and independent thinking Assembly. • Clear and effective written and oral communication skills • Intellectual curiosity and a life-long love of learning South Carolina Student Legislature (SCSL). An entirely student- run mock legislative experience held at the state capitol. CofC You can also custom tailor your academic program to suit your consistently sends one of the strongest, most successful interests and goals by way of double majors, minors and specific delegations in the state and has won numerous awards. concentrations. Many College of Charleston students choose to double major and most departments offer special areas of College Republicans and Young Democrats both involve students concentration within the major. directly in local, state and national political party activities, including involvement in candidates’ campaigns. The Crime, Law and Society program provides you with the knowledge and experiences necessary to understand the origins of criminal behavior, the consequences of crime for About the Academic Program society, and the legal responses societies develop to combat The College’s strong core curriculum offers courses in the arts, crime. You’ll take courses in political science, sociology, psy- humanities, mathematics, the natural sciences, and the social chology, philosophy and history, as well as interdisciplinary sciences, which will help you develop the attributes that law courses on the topic. The program also includes a required school admissions counselors value, including: internship. College of Charleston Office of Admissions | 843.953.5670 | www.cofc.edu/admissions.