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.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities 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.
Learn about other programs related to Pre-Law that might interest you.
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 |
