University of La Verne

What you'll study

Students study core legal topics and skills through classroom instruction and writing-intensive assignments. Typical subject matter includes:

• Foundations of American law and the U.S. court system
• Contracts, torts, property, and constitutional principles at an introductory level
• Legal research, analysis, and writing skills
• Ethical issues in the legal profession and the role of law in public policy

Coursework emphasizes reading and briefing cases, constructing legal arguments, and applying statutory and case law to factual problems.

Entry requirements

Admission to the minor normally requires current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program at the university and permission to add the minor through the student’s academic advisor or department offering the minor. Some courses may have prerequisites or require instructor consent; students should consult the undergraduate catalog and their advisor for the exact process to declare the minor.

Career prospects

The minor does not qualify graduates to practice law but strengthens candidacy for law school and for law-adjacent roles. Common outcomes include enhanced preparation for graduate legal study, improved employability in paralegal, compliance, human resources, policy, government, advocacy, and business roles where familiarity with legal concepts is valuable.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial support for students pursuing the minor typically comes from the university’s general undergraduate scholarships, department awards, or need-based aid rather than program-specific scholarships. Students should explore institutional scholarships, work-study, and external scholarships aimed at students pursuing pre-law or public service careers; consulting the university financial aid office will identify applicable options.