Saint Mary’s Psy.D. graduates continue growing presence in Navy psychology
When Sara Murray M’24 first began studying psychology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, she did not initially envision a... Read More
Pre-Law Professional Pathways
Your path to law school: diverse majors, singular success
At Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, we understand that the journey to law school is as diverse as the legal field itself. Unlike traditional Pre-Law programs, we don’t confine you to a specific set of courses. Why? Because the American Bar Association affirms that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to legal education. Successful law professionals come from various walks of life and educational backgrounds.¹
Saint Mary’s offers a range of majors tailored for aspiring legal minds, but truthfully, any of our degree programs will provide you with a solid foundation for law school, whether you dive straight into law school post-undergrad, or choose to wait and bring valuable work experience to the table. Consider the following pathways, and whichever path you choose, know that Saint Mary’s is committed to preparing you for success in the legal realm.
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Choose your path
Consider these majors that can be used in the practice of law. Plus, explore our Legal Studies minor.
Business Intelligence and Analytics Major
Criminal Justice Majors
Finance Major
Management Major
Philosophy Major
Psychology Major
Legal Studies Minor
From Cardinal Leader to Editor-in-Chief: Kendall Archer's Legal Journey
Discover Kendall Archer’s remarkable journey from Saint Mary’s University to the Editor-in-Chief of George Washington Law Review. With a passion for law ignited at Saint Mary’s, Kendall’s leadership skills and determination have propelled her through a series of impressive internships, setting her on a path to become a distinguished attorney. Follow her inspiring journey as a first-generation attorney dedicated to making a mark in the legal world.
Notable Law School Admissions
Our students have been successful in gaining acceptance–and often receiving funding–to law schools such as:
- University of Iowa
- George Washington University
- Michigan State University College of Law
- University of Minnesota Law School
- Notre Dame Law School
- Marquette University Law School
News and Stories
Saint Mary’s computer science team earns first place in programming competition
A Saint Mary’s computer science team consisting of Lucas Heindel, Luke Rickert, and Joseph Hakanson earned first place in a... Read More
Finding balance at Saint Mary’s
For Garrett Rotzien B'26, learning at Saint Mary’s has been about much more than academics. Growing up as the younger... Read More
¹American Bar Association n.d. Pre-Law, Preparing for Law School, accessed 22 September 2023, <https://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_education/resources/pre_law/>