What liberal arts colleges are strong for pre-law?

I want to study pre-law but am really interested in attending a liberal arts college. Which ones have strong pre-law advising and support? Balancing a liberal arts education with pre-law prep is important to me.

There are quite a few liberal arts colleges that have robust programs, advising, and resources for students interested in going on to law school.

1. Amherst College has a strong pre-law advising service which regularly brings in practitioners and helps students build a well-rounded academic, extracurricular and experience profile for law school applications. Also, the Law, Jurisprudence, and Social Thought (LJST) major at Amherst gives students exposure to the critical study of law and its place in social and political life.

2. Williams College is another exemplary option. They have an amazing pre-law advising center and their close-knit community allows for personal recommendations from professors.

3. Wesleyan University offers a comprehensive set of resources to pre-law students through their Gordon Career Center, which includes dedicated pre-law advising. It's important to be aware that Wesleyan does not offer a predefined pre-law track, as it encourages students to explore a broad range of academic interests.

4. At Carleton College, students have access to the Career Center's Pre-Law Advising, which provides resources for LSAT prep, law school application guidance, and opportunities to interact with alumni in the law profession.

5. Claremont McKenna College, part of the Claremont Colleges consortium, is also known for its strong pre-law program and overall support. Their Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) major can be a great choice for students considering law school.

Remember, a formal pre-law program is not necessary to be successful in law school. It's more about critical thinking, writing, and communication skills which are central to a liberal arts education. The American Bar Association (ABA) suggests that students can pursue any major and still prepare for law school. Therefore, pursuing your interests alongside pre-law courses can help to develop the skills that law schools and legal employers look for.