A Pre-Law Compass page was added last year:  here students can find our new video series, free LSAT preparation tips and resources, suggestions on how to write a personal statement, and detailed data about where Illinois students attend law school (along with successful applicant profiles).  Students who are designated pre-law are automatically granted access to this Compass page, and other students can easily add themselves by following these simple steps:    http://prelaw.illinois.edu/compass 

“Interacting with Law School Admissions:  Interviews, Visits, & Law Fairs” is on September 7, 2016 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building.

Law school applicants will have several opportunities throughout the application cycle to engage with law school admissions professionals.  Whether it is through an interview, at a law fair, or during a law school visit, these interactions can make or break a candidate's application.  What should applicants wear, say, and do during these interactions?  What impresses an admissions dean - and what leaves a terrible impression?  Learn from a veteran law school dean, Ms. Ann Perry, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Chicago Law School, all about how to maximize admission and aid through successful interactions with admissions professionals.  No registration necessary. 

“Practice LSAT” is on September 9, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  Register online for additional details.

This proctored practice LSAT provides the opportunity to take an actual Law School Admission Test in a real classroom environment.  Whether students are prepping for the September 24 LSAT or have never taken a practice LSAT before and just want to get a baseline score, this is a great opportunity.  This exam will be set up much like the real LSAT:  Please bring pencils, personal items, and a snack in a clear plastic baggie.  Location and follow up details will be sent to all registrants within a week of the exam.  Click here to register:

http://illinois.edu/calendar/detail/2508?eventId=33232756&calMin=201608&cal=20160822&skinId=11443 

“Pre-Law 101” is on September 12, 2016 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building.

This workshop is designed for incoming students who are new to pre-law or are interested in learning more about it.  This workshop covers:  What it means to be pre-law at Illinois, course selection, majors, and extracurriculars, building a pre-law resume, and what law schools are really looking for.  Presenters will outline a four year plan to maximize your undergraduate experiences in order to make a great law school candidate.  They will  also take any questions about law school and legal careers.  Please click here to register to ensure enough seating and materials for everyone

http://illinois.edu/calendar/detail/2508?eventId=33231115&calMin=201608&cal=20160822&skinId=11443

Each Pre-Law 101 session is the same. Incoming students attend a Pre-Law 101 session prior to setting up an individual pre-law advising appointment. 

Thanks to Jamie Thomas-Ward of Pre-Law Advising Services for these information items.