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Pre-Law at South Alabama

On this site, you will find resources regarding pre-law advising at the University of South Alabama, tips on applying and getting into law school, and information on the Pre-Law Society.

If you have any questions, including how to get into law school, or would like to make an advising appointment, please contact the pre-law advisors in the Academic Advising and Transfer Services Office. Please see the Advising Resources tab within the Pre-Law Advising at USA tab on the left of this page for contact information. Political Science and Criminal Justice majors or minors may also contact Dr. Shanita Pettaway at pettaway@smcun.com

If you are applying to law school, make sure you check COVID-19 updates on the Law School Admissions Council website and the websites of the law schools to which you are planning to apply.

Pre-Law Interest Form

If you are interested in Pre-Law at the University of South Alabama or would like more information, please complete this pre-law interest form.

Pre-Law Checklist

Throughout your time as an undergraduate, there are a number of steps we recommend you take as you work toward a legal career. Click here to view our pre-law checklist featuring recommendations on preparing for law school in your first, second, and third years at South Alabama.