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Pre-Law Studies

The pre-law minor prepares students to pursue a J.D. or other professional legal career. This program includes an interdisciplinary pre-law minor, moot court, pre-law internships, and the EIU pre-law society.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person
Pre-Law Studies students at EIU

Why Study Pre-Law Studies at EIU?

  • Prepare for a law program
  • Gain experience in basic analytical skills, the language of the law, and written communication skills
  • Learn from guest presentations by law school admissions
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Pre-Law Studies | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Pre-Law Studies at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Field trips to area law schools
Hands-On Experience, Pre-Law Studies students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Pre-Law minor helps prepare you to pursue a J.D. or another legal career, and it pairs with any major. It is a fit if you enjoy analytical thinking, careful reading and clear writing, and you want to learn the language of the law. The 21-hour interdisciplinary minor is not required for admission to law school, but it helps prepare you for the LSAT and the rigors of law school, and courses may double count toward other majors and minors.

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Karen Swenson
Department Chair, Professor, and Pre-Law Coordinator, Political Science
kbswenson@eiu.edu
2341 Coleman Hall
217-581-2523
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Michael Cornebise
Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences & Professor, Geography
mwcornebise@eiu.edu
2214
217-581-7486
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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