by our College Data Analytics TeamPre-Law was the 576th most popular major in the 2020-2021 school year. Colleges in the United States reported awarding 586 degrees in this year alone. This is a difference of 46 over the prior year, a growth of 7.8%.
Our 2023 Best Pre-Law Schools ranking analyzes 11 of these schools to determine the best overall colleges for pre-law students. Explore this or one of our many other custom pre-law rankings further below.
New students will need to have completed high school or a GED program and each school will have their own minimum GPA and SAT/ACT test requirements. In addition to these basic pre-law program qualifications, to serve in some pre-law careers, special certification may be required outside of your degree.
Pre-Law degree levels vary. Pre-Law programs offered by schools range from a to a , which is the highest pre-law degree you can get. Pre-Law programs can take anywhere between one to four or more years for a full-time student to complete.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
As you might expect, salaries for pre-law graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Pre-Law is one of 1 different types of Non-Professional General Legal Studies programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Legal Studies | 3,818 |
