Law School Advising

The Loeb Center offers guidance and support to current students and alumni who are interested in pursuing a career and future studies in law.  We provide students with one-on-one advising to find internship opportunities to explore and test out an interest in the legal field; assistance with searching for and applying to full time employment prior to attending law school; and resources, guidance, and support during the law school application cycle.

Additionally, students can find special law-related events and opportunities by selecting all “law” categories under Career Preferences in your Handshake profile. Be sure to check the Handshake events calendar for information about law school workshops, visits by law school representatives, and other relevant events.

Students or alumni may use Handshake to schedule an appointment with the pre-law advisor.  Alumni who cannot find an available appointment in Handshake that fits their availability may call 413.542.2265 to arrange an in-person or phone appointment.

 

 

Preparing for Law School

Choosing a Major, Grades, Extracurricular Activities, Jobs and Internships

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The Law School Application

Fee Waivers, Standardized Tests, LSAT vs GRE, Transcripts, Dean’s Certification Form, Letters of Recommendation, Personal Statements, Addenda

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Application Timeline

It is crucial to keep track of what each law school expects and requires for the various elements of your application.

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Deciding When and Where to Apply

Should you apply now or later and deciding when to apply.

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Essential Resources for Law School Applicants

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ABA website updates data on law school admissions, tuition and other matters

Published on March 1, 2025

Fall 2024 law school enrollment data shows a slight overall decline—with J.D. enrollment down by 1.2% and non-J.D. programs up by 2.4%—while the first-year class increased by nearly 5% to about 39,689 students. Detailed Standard 509 reports provide insights into …

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First Impressions of the Incoming Class of 2024: Largest Class Since 2021, Top-Line Diversity Is Level, More Research Needed and the Work Continues

Published on February 28, 2025

The incoming law school class of 2024 is the second largest in a decade, with enrollment growing by 4.8% to approximately 39,600 students. Racial and ethnic diversity remains strong at 41.8%, while women now account for nearly 56% of the …

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Preparing for Law School

Published on November 20, 2024

A common question pre-law students ask is, “What should I major in to be competitive for admission to law school?”  However, no single or combination of majors alone will give you a competitive advantage in the application process.  Individuals from …

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Phone
413-542-2265
Email
careers@amherst.edu
Website
http://amherst.edu
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Amherst, MA 01002