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Dec 11, 2024
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OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2014-15 [Archived Catalog]
Sociology—Prelaw Major (B.A.)
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Major code BA4254
College of Arts and Sciences
Sociology and Anthropology Department
Bentley Annex 162
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.1350
Fax: 740.593.1365
socanth@ohio.edu
http://www.ohio.edu/SocAnth
Steve Scanlan, contact person
Program Overview
Students who enter this program often have a goal of attending law school. This program provides a broad liberal preparation for this purpose. Students are encouraged to develop communication and analytic skills in a variety of academic disciplines. Course work is designed to encourage learning in several social sciences, writing, and text analysis.
Admissions Information
Freshman/First-Year Admission
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
Change of Program Policy
No selective or limited admission requirements.
External Transfer Admission
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
Opportunities Upon Graduation
Students who complete this program often attend law school. Some students enter the paralegal area and others pursue careers in court administration.
Requirements
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Sociology Hours Requirement
Complete a total of 30 semester credit hours of SOC coursework, including all the requirements below. Sociology Core Courses
Earn a C or better in the following three courses: Sociology Statistics Courses
Complete one of the following courses: Sociology Concentration
Complete three courses at the 3000- or 4000-level. Criminal Justice System Requirement
Complete one course. Pre-Law Electives
Complete two courses from the following list. These courses will satisfy the major requirements in the sociology major or distribution in Arts and Sciences for social science. Sociology Capstone
Complete the following course: Preparation for Law
The Sociology Pre-Law Major is a flexible course of study to help students prepare for a successful law school application. Working with the Pre-Law faculty advisor, students develop a curriculum plan emphasizing the development of analytic skills, writing skills, and oral expression. Pre law coursework in the sociology department offers a rigorous examination of the legal processes and institutions that function to bring justice to individuals, families, and communities. To complement the sociological component of pre-law, students may also take courses in literature, philosophy, political science, and economics. Students who qualify may also apply for the Law, Justice & Culture Certificate Program program. |
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