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Texas State University—San Marcos does not offer a “Pre Law” major or minor. Instead, we recommend that students who are considering law school should fulfill the requirements for a particular major, and use electives to round-out their preparation for law school. Law schools seek students who write clearly and logically, and who think analytically. Prospective law students should keep this in mind when selecting courses as well as majors. Remember that logical thinking comprises a significant percentage of the law school admissions test (LSAT), which must be taken by all law school applicants.
Faculty
The Departments of Political Science and Philosophy have a number of faculty members who are educated and experienced in law. Some of our faculty are interested in administrative law, international law and the law of foreign countries while others strive to improve their students' analytical and communications skills through courses in political philosophy.
Advising
Advisors are here to help you with questions about courses of study in preparation for law school, the LSAT, application to law school, and the law school experience. General advising for political science and philosophy students is provided by our undergraduate advisors, who are available to answer your questions about the requirements and general course of study for majors and minors in political science and philosophy, respectively.
Additional Information
Texas State University—San Marcos does not offer a “Pre Law” major or minor. Instead, we recommend that students who are considering law school should fulfill the requirements for a particular major, and use electives to round-out their preparation for law school. Law schools seek students who write clearly and logically, and who think analytically. Prospective law students should keep this in mind when selecting courses as well as majors. Remember that logical thinking comprises a significant percentage of the law school admissions test (LSAT), which must be taken by all law school applicants.
Faculty
The Departments of Political Science and Philosophy have a number of faculty members who are educated and experienced in law. Some of our faculty are interested in administrative law, international law and the law of foreign countries while others strive to improve their students' analytical and communications skills through courses in political philosophy.
- Vicki Brittain , B.A., Southwestern College; J.D., Washburn University.
- Terry Hull , B.B.A., J.D., The University of Texas at Austin
- Paul Kens , B.A., Northern Illinois University; J.D., Ph.D., The University of Texas at Austin.
- Vincent Luizzi , A.B. University of Rochester; J.D., Boston University School of Law; Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania.
- Kenneth Ward , B.A., Drew University; J.D., Yale University; M. Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University
- Walter Wright , B.A., J.D., University Houston; LL. M., New York University.
Advising
Advisors are here to help you with questions about courses of study in preparation for law school, the LSAT, application to law school, and the law school experience. General advising for political science and philosophy students is provided by our undergraduate advisors, who are available to answer your questions about the requirements and general course of study for majors and minors in political science and philosophy, respectively.
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