Law school question?

Question

If I major in English (for Teahcing P-12) at Montclair State University, I can still go to Law School, right? I'm just not sure that if I major in English (Teaching), than I would be able to still go to Law School, since I'll be like a teacher already. What majors will ease the transition from Undergrad school to Law School? Is Economics a good one? Thanks

Answer 1

Yikes, some real bad answers on here.

Deb gave a good answer. Law schools don't care what major you are. However, med schools don't either. The main difference btw law and other grad programs is they could care less what you studied in undergrad. They really have no requirements in terms of what you studied in undergrad. You show up with a bachelor in anything (could be basket weaving for all they care), and you'll be fine in terms of their education requirement.

The key part of your question was what will ease the transition? Many majors can ease the transition. Deb already mentioned writing, but analytical thinking is important as well. Many majors cover that. If your major required you to write research papers, the skills to do that help in law school (altho you tend not to write that many lengthy papers). Solving equations helps with your analytical and logic skills.

Still, the most important thing I'd say is to major in something that you want to practice law in later. If you were an education major, then that may help in representing teachers, school districts maybe, etc. When getting the summer internships which will hopefully lead to your first job out of law school, the employers look at your undergrad major to get an idea of why you may want the position they are offering. It's possible to get jobs in fields away from your undergrad major, but it's more difficult because you have to explain away your major. So, if you have the chance to choose before law school, you want to really put some thought into it. I think that's more important than what major will "ease the transition."

Answer 2

The important thing in making a good transition to law school is being able to write short to medium essays very clearly and right on the spot. Good test scores. Practice writing semi-formal clear and concise language. Clear thinking, analytical abilities, well-paced lifestyle. Your actual major does not matter. My undergraduate degree was in arts and I had no problem getting into an A law school. They look for grades, LSAT scores, writing ability. And your first year WILL be hard! I guarantee it. Anyway, why not go for teaching and then if you change your mind you can always switch. The important thing is to improve your test taking skills and anlytical abilities. I mean, that you really love and are well-practiced in thinking, writing, explaining. History majors typically do well in law school. Why not go for a history slash teaching degree?

Good luck!

Answer 3

Getting into law school requires 2 things. Money (lots and lots of money) and good grades on the LSATs. That's about it.

And take all the "law" classes you can while at state university. Business Law, Criminal Law, etc. That will give you a feel for what law school may be like.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Yes you can still go to law school. Economics is a fine major. My fiance is a lawyer and he majored in Economics.

Answer 6

If you have money in this country you can do whatever you want.