History - Pre-Law B.A.
Program Snapshot:
Type:
Bachelor of Arts
Format:
In Person
Program Length:
120 Credit Hours
Program Overview
Study the past to prepare for a career in law.
At Nevada State, your degree program is geared toward student success. You won’t just be stuck behind a desk taking notes during a lecture; you will be exploring documents, historical photographs, and old films. You will be making arguments and taking part in cutting-edge kinds of research such as our new undergraduate oral history project where students will be involved in actually taping and filming area residents as they retell our past. As a History Major with a Concentration in Pre-Law, you will also prepare for success in the professional world.
Career Outlook
A Bachelor of Arts in History – Pre-Law combines the analytical rigor of historical study with a focused preparation for law school and legal careers. Emphasizing critical thinking, research, argumentation, and a deep understanding of legal and political history, graduates are well-prepared for roles such as paralegal, legal assistant, policy researcher, or law school student.
Whether interpreting historical legal systems, crafting persuasive arguments, or advocating for justice, the History – Pre-Law BA equips students with the intellectual foundation and communication skills essential for success in the legal field.
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Curriculum & Requirements
For details about the expectations of this program, view the core curriculum and graduation requirements: