<p>how common? does it make it harder or easier to get into law school or is it just another way that works?</p>
<p>Its pretty common. The only disadvantage you might encounter is the fact that business tends to be a more difficult major than say poli sci or history which can potentially lead to a lower gpa. Other than that, it is not harder or easier to get into law school as it is "just another way that works."</p>
<p>From what I've gathered, top law schools often prefer students not be pre-professional in their undergraduate studies. Business would fall into that category, though I'm not sure you'll be at any significant disadvantage. If you really want to wow them, major in a science or mathematics and earn a GPA comparable to that of your humanities brethren.</p>
<p>dont do a bus major to go to ls...you'll end being an "idiot". develop your intellect before law school...this means theory, just in case.</p>
<p>why do you want a law degree if you have a business degree...what do you wanna do? </p>
<p>law is intellectual; business is performance/action driven. are you mostly street smart or book smart?</p>
<p>each degree attracts a different type of individual - this prob. applies to mbas as well.</p>
<p>for top law schools, a bus. undergrad will make things tougher...even Wharton - though they may cut you some slack if everything else is strong.</p>
<p>well i was hoping to double major in poly sci or something more intellect driven</p>
<p>Writing intensive courses in the liberal arts are excellent for law school preparation because being a lawyer requires mastery of the written word in particular ways. With that said, I believe a business major is highly worthwhile to any individual as it provides lifelong skills applicable to success in any organization whether profit making, non-profit, government, or law firms. Who is my customer? How can this process be managed more effectively and efficiently? How do I develop plans for the growth of the organization? All these are addressed by a business major and are applicable to every human endeavor. Minor or double major in a liberal arts field, but definitely consider a business major for its long term benefits to you as well.</p>
<p>what about majoring in math/econ and minoring in business administration? good combo or is the major pretty much geared towards business?</p>
<p>Minor doesn't matter. If you major in math and maintain a high GPA, you'll have a unique advantage. If you major in econ, you'll be like most LS applicants.</p>
<p>i was under the impression that a strong gpa in any legit major is what you need grade wise to get into top law schools..right?</p>
<p>Yes, but professional schools also realize that it's typically quite a bit harder to get a 3.9 in Mathematics/Biology/etc. than in Economics/English/PolySci. Stanford Law, in particular, likes math majors.</p>
<p>Get a business degree anyway to hedge your bets. If you major in poli sci and then either hate law school, you'll end up working at starbucks.</p>
<p>I actually heard a business grad student talk about this just the other day (granted, he wasn't discussing it from an admissions perspective, just a practical one). His belief was that a student should never, if avoidable, pursue a pre-professional major in advance of professional school...business/MB, business/law, pre-law/law, or whatever. His view was that you should learn about something before you learn about 'making money,' or you haven't really been properly educated.</p>
<p>You certainly don't have to agree, and again, the above isn't said in regards to admissions. But I personally think the point is a good one, just in case you're contemplating any other degrees.</p>
<p>but what if its a double major biz/social sciences</p>
<p>Double majors create more options, but typically DO NOT enhance your odds for a given program, such as a JD. In fact, doing so may well prove to be far more trouble than it is worth. Perhaps major in one subject and minor in something else. Common majors at the undergrad level for future law students would include: Business, Economics, English, Finance, History, International Relations, Management, Political Science, Pre-law, Psychology, Public Policy, and Sociology.</p>
<p>I dont follow....first you guys say major in a math or science and get a high GPA, which will show your analytical skills, however, how does that etach you how to read or write more clearly and to develop critical thinking skills? I thought pre-law was meant to introduce the student to lots of reading and stuff. how are math and science majors adequate for this suggestion?</p>
<p>also, as far as a business degree, i think that its a good idea. law schools always say, make sure you have a back up plan in case you do not get into law school....if you dont get into law school, atleast you know you can go start your own business or be in a business firm.</p>