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Socio-legal studies is an interdisciplinary program that helps you cultivate the reading, writing and legal backgrounds you need to pursue careers in law or other fields. Learn more about how to contact your admissions counselor, apply to our program and explore financial aid options.

Why Major or Minor in Socio-Legal Studies?

A socio-legal studies major helps prepare you for law school and for other careers in the legal profession, in government and in the non-profit world.

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Customize Your Minor to Complement Your Interests

Choosing from courses in various disciplines, you are able to tailor your studies to your interests and aspirations.

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Learn From Faculty Experts in Subjects Across the University

Our faculty come from a range of departments, including sociology, political science, philosophy, environmental science, and media, film and journalism studies.

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Ready to add socio-legal studies? Learn more about the program from an advisor. Then fill out and turn in the form below to declare your major or minor.

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