Why Study Pre-Law?
Get a deep understanding of the legal system and prepare for law school. Our pre-law program offers a seamless path to a law degree and a dynamic career in law, business, entertainment, healthcare, government and beyond.
As a pre-law student at Belmont, you’ll benefit from one-on-one guidance from advisors who know what it takes to get in to the school of your dreams. We’ll help you choose courses and activities to strengthen your application and position you as a desirable candidate.
You’ll also benefit from all the resources of our College of Law – from our state-of-the-art law library to thought-provoking seminars and symposiums. And if you choose a Legal Studies major, you may be able to complete both your bachelor’s and your law degree in just six years.
What You’ll Learn
Law schools don’t require a specific major, so as a pre-law student at Belmont you can choose your own path based on your interests.
Whatever major you choose, we encourage you to take a variety of classes, including courses that build your critical thinking and writing skills. It’s also a good idea to take courses in government, sociology, philosophy and literature.
From there, you can dive deep into areas of interest like international law, music industry contract law, criminal justice, poverty and justice, communication law, entertainment law, copyright law or eco-justice and faith.
Career Possibilities
Our pre-law program prepares you to earn your JD and apply your skills in many industries including law, healthcare, business, government, law enforcement, politics and much more.
Here are just a few of the careers you’ll be prepared for:
- Prosecutor
- Public defense attorney
- Government counsel
- Corporate counsel
- Public-interest lawyer
- Entertainment lawyers
- Environmental lawyer
- Immigration lawyer
- Intellectual property lawyer
Program Details
Curious about your coursework? View requirements for this degree in the course catalog.
Get practical experience and expand your network. As a pre-law student at Belmont, you’ll have many opportunities to get involved.
- Get courtroom experience. As a member of the AMTA Mock Trial team, you’ll build valuable skills by competing in mock trial tournaments across the country.
- Join the Pre Law Society. Meet classmates who share your interests and attend speaker panels, discussions and lectures featuring legal professionals, scholars and law students.
- Get a close-up view of how government works. Each year, the Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature brings together students from across the state to draft bills and amendments, learn about the legislative process and develop public-speaking skills.
- Get insider insights. Learn from legal professionals through symposiums, panel discussions and more.