Pre-Law

Legal Studies Concentration for Political Science Majors

The Department of Government and Sociology offers a legal studies track for political science majors that many have found to be a very useful preparation for law school or for obtaining positions in legal settings.

After Graduation

Many lawyers enter private practice after graduation but other opportunities are available. Some choose to work for government agencies, private industries, businesses, corporations, or service organizations. Others choose to concentrate on one of the many areas of specialization such as international, corporate, contract, copyright, criminal, environmental or labor law.

Mock Trial

In 2011, Georgia College created and registered two Mock Trial teams with the collegiate American Mock Trial Association. Spring semester 2012, the teams competed in their first American Mock Trial Association tournament, the Dr. Helen S. Ridley Regional Tournament at Kennesaw Sate University, representing the institution at a very high level of competition.

The Georgia College "A" Mock Trial team finished in the top half of the rankings, and also had it's Captain receive an award for individual excellence as an Attorney. In front of more than two hundred people, from more than twenty universities, one of Georgia College's students was named one of the ten most outstanding attorneys at AMTA Regional Competition.

This program will continue to build upon its great success. Georgia College's Mock Trial Team will achieve a reputation for excellence for the University and its students and will successfully contend at the regional and national level.

Applying to Law School

Georgia College's Pre-Law Society

The Georgia College Pre-Law Society is a body of students with the purpose of sponsoring educational activities related to the legal field. These events include: educational support and advising during the application process for law school, educational advice for LSAT preparation, as well as career counseling and mentorship and internship programs.

Additionally, the organization coordinates the bi-annual "Law Day" where various law schools showcase their legal programs to Georgia College students. Legal professionals are invited for speaking engagements and to volunteer with the society's mentorship program.

Establishing relationships with students having common career goals and supporting each other in academic and non-academic activities remains one of the primary goals among the group.

Finally, the society actively promotes the profession of law, publicizes the advantages of obtaining a degree in law, and encourages the understanding of the law among Georgia College students