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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

Philanthropy is about building and maintaining relationships

As a child, Dr. Amy Bragg Carey M’98 may not have fully understood what the word philanthropy meant, or exactly... Read More

Interest in hospitality grows for Stafford thanks to Saint Mary’s internship

When Jonah Stafford ’25 began exploring colleges to further his education, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota presented a unique mix... Read More

Small town to small school leads to big internship

Saint Mary’s senior Ella Boomgaarden grew up in the small Minnesota town of Saint Peter, Minn. A member of a... Read More

Plan your visit

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/>