Current students, please be sure to follow the Pre-Law Advising myUMBC Group page for the latest information.
On-Campus Events
Virtual Law School Admissions Panel – Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Featuring admissions officers from 6 different law schools!
- University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) School of Law: Ms. Bria Watson, Associate Director of JD Admissions for Outreach and Recruitment
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Law: Ms. Danae McElroy, Associate Director of Admissions
- University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law: Ms. Meghan Fields, Associate Director of Admissions
- American University Washington College of Law: Ms. Kristina Murfin, Director of JD Admissions
- Howard University School of Law: Dean Tracy L. Simmons, Associate Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs
- University of Baltimore School of Law: Mr. James Simermeyer, Assistant Director of Law Admissions, Non-JD & Special Programs
3rd Annual Pre-Law Networking Social – May 13, 2025
Connect with UMBC alumni in law school and the legal field!
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.
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!
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
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.
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.