Pre-reqs for Law School?

Hello, I'm seriously considering law school post-college. I know law schools generally accept all types of majors, but are there are any specific prerequisite courses I should look into taking during undergrad? Would they boost my application?

Law school admissions mostly look at your undergraduate GPA and LSAT score, along with your statement, letters of recommendation, resume, and any addenda.

While law schools do not require a specific major or set of prerequisites similar to medical schools, they do favor certain skill sets, such as critical reading and reasoning skills, analytical abilities, writing, and research.

You can hone these skills through a broad variety of courses. For example, English, Philosophy, or History could help you develop analytical reading and writing skills. Classes in Statistics or Economics can provide a basis for logical reasoning, which is useful for both the LSAT and law school itself.

Taking a few law-related classes can also help demonstrate your interest in the field. This isn't required, but courses like constitutional law, business law, or international law can give you a taste of what to expect in law school and possibly give you a leg-up.

Research methodology classes can also be beneficial since law school involves a significant amount of research. Sociology or Political Science departments often offer research methodology courses.

If you're concerned about your application seeming "fluffy," know that law schools also appreciate rigor in your class selection. Therefore, challenging classes - even if they're not directly related to law - can be beneficial.

However, while these classes can certainly be advantageous, it's most important to choose a major and classes that you are genuinely interested in and will perform well in to maintain a high GPA. Your performance in your courses is more indicative of your potential success in law school than the specific courses you take.