What qualifications do I need to apply to law school?

Question

I am finishing my BA in psychology and I am thinking of going to law school. I would appreciate any insight. Thank you.

Answer 1

Law school is easy to apply to. They don't care what you got your degree in. They just want to see one, a good GPA, and a good LSAT score. That's basically about it. Might have to write an essay, show some extra currics and letters of rec, but 80% of it will be your GPA and LSAT.

Answer 2

Take the LSAT and fill out the apps. A good score on that and a solid GPA will get you in somewhere. They also like to see extra-curriculars and other service projects. The app process is very similar to applying for college.

Also, they like a diverse group of majors, so your Psych degree might help score you an extra point or two, as its not the typical degree of law applicants.

Answer 3

You'll need to take the LSAT. Study for that beforehand to prepare yourself. You'll need a good GPA and also important you will need several letters of recommendation. These can be from your job or professors. Best to have a mix of the two. You'll need to register with the LSDAS (law school data assembly service) in order to fill out applicaitons online and have them sent to the schools you apply to (go to lsat.org you'll see what I'm referring to). You'll also need to have your undergrad transcript sent to the LSDAS. You'll need to put together a personal statement and a resume as well. Most apps ask for both. In addition, once you are accepted to a school and decide to go there you'll most likely have to resend your undergrad transcripts to that school as well. Well I think thats everything. There aren't really any specific 'qualifications' you need besides a good GPA, LSAT score and an undergrad degree. Good Luck!

Answer 4

Bachelor's degree in any field with a good GPA, and for almost all law schools, you need to take the LSAT...Law School Admissions Test, a standardized complex test. It's like the SAT only it specifically tests reading and rational skills. After that, you just need to fill out the school applications. Good luck!