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Pre-Law - Program Admission

Program admission

You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language. It is also a good idea to develop your writing skills. Consider taking advanced English courses and other courses that require writing, such as history and political science. Participating in debate or forensics will develop your public speaking skills. These will especially come in handy if you think you want to be a trial lawyer.

Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:

• School Governance
• Advanced English Composition courses
• Technical Writing
• Forensics and Debate
• Advanced U.S. History courses
• Advanced U.S. Government courses
• Political Science

Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.
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