Pre-Law Events


Current students, please be sure to follow the Pre-Law Advising myUMBC Group page for the latest information.


On-Campus Events


Webinars and Other External Events


Free Webinar: Applying to Law School: A Strategic Approach For Underrepresented Students: January 16, 2025

Once you’ve identified your target schools, being strategic and thoughtful in applying is the best way to increase your chances of receiving a law school acceptance letter.

During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor from AccessLex Institute will review the essential components of a successful law school application and share tips and strategies that can be utilized by historically underrepresented students to navigate the law school application process.
Attendees can follow up this event with free financial coaching, lessons, and events through Ask EDNA! – the Education Network at AccessLex.
Date:  January 16, 2025
Time:  12:00 pm
Location:  Virtual
Cost:  Free
Host: AccessLex Institute
Register here.
AccessLex Institute fosters broad-based access to quality legal education for talented, purpose-driven students and works to maximize the value and affordability of a law degree through policy advocacy, research, and student-focused initiatives.

Law School Admission Council (LSAC): LawHub Prelaw Success Live Event: January 22, 2025

Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Time: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 
Location:  Virtual
Katya Valasek, director of prelaw advising, and Sydney Hill, LSAC ambassador, will discuss steps law school aspirants can take today as they prepare for the upcoming application cycle.
They will also review the resources available on LawHub that can assist them along the way.
This event is open to anyone with a LawHub account and is free to attend. Register here.
 
Note: If you do not yet have a LawHub account, you will need to create a new account with the LSAC prior to registering for this event. There is no cost to create a new account.

Free Virtual LSAT Workshops hosted by TestMasters: February 4, 2025 and April 10, 2025

Free Reading Comprehension LSAT Workshop
Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Time: 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://www.testmasters.net/workshop/5479

Free Logical Reasoning LSAT Workshop
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: https://www.testmasters.net/workshop/5481
Note: UMBC does not endorse any specific LSAT preparation program.  For a list of all commercial test prep companies that have licensed official LSAT content, please click here.  

HBCU Law Schools’ Annual Virtual Law School Event: February 7, 2025 

RISE Reach| Inspire| Support| Empower Showcase
Date: Friday, February 7, 2025 
Time: 12:30-2:30 EST
Location: Virtual
Interested in starting your HBCU legacy?
This event is hosted by all 6 HBCU law schools and the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) and AccessLex Institute
  • FAMU College of Law
  • Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law
  • University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law (UDC Law)
  • Southern University Law Center
  • North Carolina Central University School of Law
  • Howard University School of Law

Law School Admission Council (LSAC): Admission Unmasked – available on demand.

Admission Unmasked provides insights about navigating the law school admission process, from putting together a strong application package to making informed choices about where to apply and attend.

Admission Unmasked is free to all LawHub™ account holders.  Create a LawHub™ account for free here.

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LSAC Plus Programs

Each summer for more than two decades, LSAC has collaborated with host law schools to prepare aspiring legal professionals for law school success. Through unique learning experiences, the LSAC Plus program offers selected participants a window into the law school enrollment journey while providing support and community to those looking to join the legal profession.

Click here for more information and to apply! 


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AccessLex Institute® is committed to helping break down barriers that impede access to law school for historically underrepresented groups.

Register for free upcoming webinars on the AccessLex Institute’s Student Events page.

 


Ms. JD Pre-Law Foundations Program

Ms. JD is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to the success of women in law school and the legal profession.

Learn more the about free Pre-Law Foundations program and upcoming events.


CLEO Virtual Pre-Law Programs

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Visit CLEO’s Pre-Law Programs to view dates and details of the upcoming Pre-Law Virtual classes, workshops, events and special updates for future law students.

The Council on Legal Education Opportunity, Inc. (CLEO) is a 501(c)(3) national non-profit organization that was founded in 1968 to expand opportunities for underrepresented students to attend law school. 

Click here to learn more about upcoming FREE hybrid opportunities in Washington, DC.  

 


Yale Law School Launchpad Scholars Program 

Yale Law School Launchpad Scholars Program powered by Latham & Watkins, is focused on increasing opportunity and equity in education and the legal profession.  Participants will receive tools and resources — including one-on-one mentorship, LSAT preparation, and step-by-step guidance — so they can successfully apply to the law schools of their choosing.  The goal of the program is to further diversify the legal profession and ensure that excellent applicants from all backgrounds are able to maximize their potential as law students, legal professionals, and future leaders.

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2024-2025 Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) Forums

By attending an LSAC Law School Forum — whether in-person or online — you’ll be able to connect directly with law school representatives from across North America, learn about financial aid and the law school admission process, and get answers to any questions you may have.  Note: You will need to create a J.D. candidate account on LSAC.org in order to register for a Law School Forum.