Programs

The Pre-Law Program The following are opportunities available in the Department of History/Political Science for a Pre-Law student:

A Comprehensive Pre-Legal Major in History or Political Science: The Department of History and Political Science offers a comprehensive pre-law major which allows students to earn a baccalaureate degree in either history or political science while selecting from a wide range of courses designed to provide the knowledge and skills development essential for success in law school.

A 3/3 Curriculum in the Areas of History, Political Science, Administration of Justice, and Paralegal Studies: The 3/3 program offers qualified students the opportunity to complete their baccalaureate and law degrees in six years rather than seven. Students choosing this option may earn an undergraduate degree in any of the academic programs noted immediately above. To be admitted to and remain in this program, students must score 26 or higher on their ACT and maintain a minimum 3.25 GPA. Acceptance into the 3/3 Program does not guarantee acceptance to Mississippi College School of Law.

A Pre-Law Club: The M.C. Pre-Law Club meets biweekly to share information necessary to those students planning to attend Law School. The club frequently has guest speakers from law schools and the legal profession to answer questions the club members may have regarding law school or the profession.

Mock LSAT exams are sponsored by the club before each LSAT exam.

Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity: M.C. hosts a chapter of the International Legal Fraternity Phi Alpha Delta. Students interested in going to law school may join this fraternity as an undergraduate and maintain their membership for life.

Mock Trial Team: The M.C. Mock Trial teams offers students an exciting opportunity to prepare for and participate in a simulated trial. The Team consists of roles as both witnesses and lawyers, and the students take these roles seriously! They work diligently to prepare for competition against each other undergraduate teams. Some of our students say "it is the best experience" that they have had during their stay at M.C.