<p>Early DECISION is only for students who are certain of the one school they want to attend and know they can afford that particular college. If you apply early decision and are accepted, you HAVE to go to that college and must withdraw all of your other applications. You are a long way from being that sure about your applications, so I strongly recommend you do not use early decision.</p>
<p>Early ACTION is different. It is offered by SOME (not all) schools and the due dates vary, but are generally October or November and you usually hear back by the end of December. If it is non-binding it should be okay for you.</p>
<p>I have no expertise concerning law school (maybe someone who does will jump in), but I think the general path for lawyers is to complete a bachelor’s degree (4 years) first and then move on to law school. Your four year degree can most likely be in a variety of majors. It would be best to explore the websites of the law schools you are interested in.</p>