Binghamton University Pre-Law Advisement Guide

The Pre-Law Advisement Guide offers a wide range of tips and resources for your pre- law journey!

Pre-Law Advising Services…………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Exploring Your Interest in Law ………………………………………………………………………. 5
Preparing for Law School……………………………………………………………………………….. 5
LSAT…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Report …………………………………………………… 10
Law School Applications………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Application-Related Fees……………………………………………………………………………… 11
When to Apply ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
Letters of Recommendation ………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Personal Statement ………………………………………………………………………………………. 13
Getting Started ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 13
Writing Tips……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14
Optional Essays…………………………………………………………………………………………… 15
Writing Feedback………………………………………………………………………………………… 15
Dean’s Letters……………………………………………………………………………………………… 16
Character and Fitness…………………………………………………………………………………… 16
Resources for Diverse Applicants………………………………………………………………….. 17
Finding the Right Law School……………………………………………………………………….. 18
Your List of Schools…………………………………………………………………………………….. 18
Where to Get Information……………………………………………………………………………… 18
Employment Trends…………………………………………………………………………………….. 19
Rankings…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19
Financing Your Education ………………………………………………………………………………… 19
Sources of Funding ……………………………………………………………………………………… 20
Admission Decisions……………………………………………………………………………………. 21
Reapplying Later & Taking Time to Prepare ………………………………………………….. 22
Pre-Law Yearly Checklist …………………………………………………………………………….. 23
Pre-Law Information Online…………………………………………………………………………. 25