Potential majors for law school and political career

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<p>Greetings. I am one of the many juniors on this site looking ahead to college admissions next fall. I have always planned on pursuing an undergraduate degree in political science before going on to law school. My ultimate career goal is to work in national level politics. In addition to polisci, I also have a lot of interest in international relations, environmental science and economics. The idea of interdisciplinary study has always been attractive to me, and I was hoping that I could get some advice on the logistics of obtaining a double major or minor in one of these other areas. I also welcome any opinions on which combinations would be most helpful in both law school admissions and my career goals. </p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

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<p>Best way to find out about double majors is to research what schools offer. Some schools allow you to design your own major, some welcome double majors, some discourage, etc... </p>

<p>I'm also interested in law school and statistically, the top majors for law students are (if I remember correctly from a past article): polysci, english, history and philosophy.</p>

<p>Wouldn't hurt to study a little Latin as well. If you want to get into politics, go to city council meetings in your area and just observe. Ask questions if you connect with someone. Try and find a summer internship in a law office (even if you're the mail clerk). Being exposed to the environment will teach you about it.</p>

<p>Ask your parents if any of their friends are lawyers and see if you can make an appointment to speak with them. If you connect well with someone, ask if they'd be willing to be a mentor for you. Adults are often eager to help the next generation, especially in the fields you are interested in. </p>

<p>If you know where you stand politically, volunteer with the local division of your chosen political party. Make sure you're in debate club or mock trial club in school (if it's offered). If it's not offered, see if you can find a near by debate club to join (even if at another school, they might let you participate). Go to debates. </p>

<p>And most of all: READ READ READ!!! The law is all about critical thinking and reading; make sure you are a skilled reader and quick. (Just think about that bill that was recently passed; the house had one night to read 1000 pages!)</p>

<p>Reading always makes us smarter. :)</p>

<p>Speaking of reading, here are some articles on the subject:</p>

<p>Preparing</a> for Law School</p>

<p>What</a> are the most common majors? - Law School Admissions</p>

<p>Law</a> School Expert HAS MOVED: Best Majors for Law School Applicants</p>

<p>The</a> Undergraduate Major for Law School</p>

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<p>Thanks for the reply!</p>

<p>Trust me, I already read a ton :) Those articles were interesting. Thanks again for the advice.</p>