Program Highlights
HANDS-ON LEARNING
Study abroad and/or take a trip to New York City for a Model U.N. course.
PREPARE FOR THE LSAT
1:1 advisement for taking the LSAT and applying to law school.
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Study under current lawyers and network with community law-makers.
Download a program guide with detailed information on cost, courses, and outcomes
If you are looking for a challenge and are academically curious, this program is for you. While the classes are not law-specific, they prepare you to succeed with the law school course load while feeding your intellectual curiosity.Roberts was my immediate choice because its values aligned with my career goals. Most of my professors were heavily involved in my law school application process and continued to support me after law school. My professors took a proprietary interest in my success, like the professor who went to great lengths in helping me submit a strong law school application essay.
Yomaris Sanchez-Orona ‘20 (History - Pre-Law) works as an Associate Attorney at Harter Secrest and Emery, LLP. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University at Buffalo School of Law.
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Total Program
Sticker Price:
$52,127
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$25,324
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
Interested in seeing what courses you can take? Check out our course catalog!
What Will I Learn?
At Roberts, our History-pre-law major embeds courses in Political Science, Communication, and Criminal Justice. This is perfect for preparing for law school!
You’ll study:
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Internships
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Grad Schools
The US Bureau of Labor states that lawyers “advise and represent clients on legal proceedings or transactions.”
Lawyers are advocates for those in need. Whether they are conducting research or drafting documents, everything is done to help others.
You can specialize in an area that interests you. Some examples of specialties include criminal, family, civil rights, environmental, and immigration law.
What degree do you need to be a lawyer?
To take the bar exam, you’ll need to obtain a Juris Doctorate Degree from an American law school. However, to get into law school, you’ll have to first get your bachelor’s degree.
Law schools typically don’t care what your bachelor’s degree is in, but look more at your grades in college, references, and how you score on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).
To best prepare for the LSAT and law school, you could take a pre-law major or concentration, like the program here at Roberts. As a pre-law student at Roberts, you will take courses in history, criminal justice, political science, economics, and communication to prepare you to apply for Law School. We have a special advising program to help you prepare for the LSAT.
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for lawyers was $127,990 in 2021. It’s important to note that lawyers usually require a law degree and a state license to practice, which typically involves passing a bar examination.
Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, employer, level of education, and position.
Can I meet with a professor about the pre-law program when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet with a professor to get an overview of the major and your questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
