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Why Study Pre-Law at PBA?
Prepare for the challenges of law school and a career in the legal field through 黑料吃瓜网鈥檚 Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Law. Students develop strong communication, analytical, research, and argumentation skills while studying history, philosophy, politics, constitutional law, and the American legal system through a Christ-centered perspective.
- Christ-Centered Justice: Examine the history and practice of law, government, and the American Constitution through Christian ethics.
- Law School Preparation: Build skills in analytical thinking, legal research, writing, argumentation, and law-school preparation.
- Public Policy Experience: Engage with contemporary legal and policy issues through the LeMieux Center for Public Policy.
- Global Perspective: Explore international legal and political systems through study abroad opportunities in destinations such as New Zealand, Colombia, South Korea, and Italy.
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What You鈥檒l Learn
Students in the Pre-Law program learn to:
- Communicate effectively through legal writing and public speaking
- Construct well-reasoned and persuasive arguments
- Analyze primary and secondary legal texts
- Understand the Anglo-American legal and political tradition
- Examine constitutional government, civil liberties, and America’s founding principles
- Apply Christian perspectives to law, justice, and government
Program Details
The Pre-Law program provides an interdisciplinary foundation in law, government, history, philosophy, and political thought while preparing students for law school and related careers. Through rigorous coursework, research, policy engagement, and faculty mentorship, students develop the analytical and communication skills needed to understand and influence legal and public policy issues.
PBA offers a variety of courses that students can choose from within this program. Take a look at what you’ll be learning while working toward your degree.
Students can customize their academic experience through elective coursework, minors, and an additional major that complement their legal interests and career goals. Explore the opportunities available at PBA.
Students benefit from the resources of the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences and opportunities to engage with the LeMieux Center听for Public Policy, a forum for thoughtful discussion of public policy issues in Florida and beyond. Students can attend lectures and debates, connect with legal and policy professionals, and participate in opportunities such as the Freidheim Fellowship.
Learn from dedicated faculty members with expertise in politics, law, constitutional government, history, philosophy, and public policy. Through rigorous discussion, research opportunities, and personalized mentorship, PBA professors help students develop the analytical, communication, and ethical reasoning skills needed for law school and legal careers.
Students gain practical experience through legal and public-policy research, internships, and experiential learning. Through the LeMieux Center听for Public Policy,听students can attend lectures and debates, network with legal experts, and compete for the Freidheim Fellowship, which provides an opportunity to research and publish a paper on a topic of the student’s choosing.
Entry Requirements
- Completed application
- Official high school transcripts
- Additional admissions materials as required
Visit the Office of Admissions website for current application, scholarship, and financial aid deadlines.
Degree Requirement: Students must complete a minor or second major as part of the Pre-Law degree requirements. Options such as politics, philosophy, sociology, and communication can complement students鈥� legal interests.
Career Outcomes
Pre-Law graduates develop strong analytical, communication, research, and argumentation skills that prepare them for law school and a variety of careers in government, public policy, public affairs, and related fields. garner median annual salaries over $95,000, with lawyers in the top earning bracket at $135,740 per year on average.听The program provides a strong foundation for students who plan to continue their education in law.
Potential career paths include:
- Attorney*
- Legislative Assistant
- Public Affairs Consultant
- Policy Analyst
- Government Professional
- Legal Researcher
- Public Policy Specialist
- Political Staffer
- Nonprofit Professional
*Law careers require completion of law school and any applicable professional licensing requirements.
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Financial Aid
PBA鈥檚 robust scholarship program awards over $3 million every year. Invest in your learning with major-specific scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, which are awarded to 97% of our undergraduate students. Explore the resources below to learn more about tuition, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
