Pre-Law

With Ohio's capital city only minutes away, Capital students have unique access to the best law firms in central Ohio. The internship opportunities to get real-world experience in areas of government and the justice system are endless. Capital Law School alumni are always looking for interns or new hires and they know that Capital has only the best. Students are encouraged to broaden their search by exploring other internship opportunities in places like Washington D.C. or Chicago. Faculty advisors are often the first ones to make invaluable introductions for internships or even first jobs.

Choosing a pre-professional program and completing the plan does not guarantee admission into a professional program. Capital understands that navigating through the first four years is challenging, so the support and resources are available to each and every student. Law school admission offices typically recruit and select students in all academic majors who possess strong critical reasoning and excellent communication skills. Through Capital’s general education curriculum, students receive a strong liberal arts background as recommended by the American Bar Association for admission to law school.

Pre-professional means that students would like to prepare for a specific career. It's a set of courses that each student should take if they plan on taking the exam and entering Law school, or medical school, after graduation. It is important to note that a pre-professional plan is not a major, it’s a path. Capital students can major in Instrumental Performance and be Pre-law at the same time. Most students attempt to major in an area that will complement their career choice.