Pre-Law
It's your time to discover
Gain the academic background and relationships that are vital in the law school application
process. Law schools and the American Bar Association stress a commitment to promoting
justice and serving others. Aquinas offers an array of co-curricular and volunteer
opportunities which provide students with opportunities to serve.The Pre-Law Advising
Program Committee is a network of lawyers, faculty and staff committed to assisting
students in the selection of an appropriate curriculum, the construction of an application
to law school, and the consideration of career opportunities in law. Aquinas hosts
representatives of law schools in Michigan each fall semester. Additionally, trips
to national law school fairs are coordinated.
Explore Pre-Law at AQ
Career Preparation based on leadership
Student Learning Outcomes. There are generic types of knowledge that one should possess in order to have a full appreciation of the legal system in general, to understand how disputes might be resolved, to understand and apply various legal principles and standards, and to appreciate the context in which a legal problem or dispute arises.
- Students will demonstrate a broad understanding of history (particularly American).\
- Students will demonstrate a fundamental understanding of political thought and philosophy.
- Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of ethical theory and theories of justice.
- Students will demonstrate a grounding in economics, particularly elementary micro-economic theory.
- Students will demonstrate some basic mathematical and financial skills.
- Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of human behavior and social interaction.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of diverse cultures within and beyond the United States.
- Students will demonstrate skills in writing, oral communication, and general research.
Moot Court
Make Your Case!
Moot Court is a national undergraduate forensic competition where students (working in pairs) argue before the U.S. Supreme Court a nationally selected case for the competitions. Learn more
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
| Occupation | Job Summary | Entry-Level Education | 2022 Median Pay | |
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| Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators | Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators facilitate negotiation and dialogue between disputing parties to help resolve conflicts outside of the court system. | Bachelor's degree | $64,030 | |
| Court Reporters | Court reporters create word-for-word transcriptions at trials, depositions, and other legal proceedings. Some court reporters provide captioning for television and real-time translation for deaf or hard-of-hearing people at public events, in business meetings, or in classrooms. | Postsecondary nondegree award | $63,560 | |
| Judges and Hearing Officers | Judges and hearing officers apply the law by overseeing the legal process in courts. They also conduct pretrial hearings, resolve administrative disputes, facilitate negotiations between opposing parties, and issue legal decisions. | Doctoral or professional degree | $128,610 | |
| Lawyers | Lawyers advise and represent individuals, businesses, and government agencies on legal issues and disputes. | Doctoral or professional degree |
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| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | Paralegals and legal assistants perform a variety of tasks to support lawyers, including maintaining and organizing files, conducting legal research, and drafting documents. | Associate's degree | $59,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Advantage Center
The Advantage Center is here to support you as you pursue your goals in your carreer and beyond. Not sure what you want to do after graduation? The Advantage Center Staff can help you discover a path that is right for you.
Alumni Profiles
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