Legal Studies, Minor
CSU Pueblo students who achieve a Legal Studies minor have 100 percent acceptance rate into law school. The CSU Pueblo Legal Studies Minor had a proven track record of preparing student for the LSAT exam. The program provides student with an introduction to the student of the law. It allows students to take courses across several disciplines. The curriculum offers students knowledge of the history of the American legal system, the development and controversies of Constitutional law, and legal ethics. The Legal Studies minor consists of three (3) required courses (with options) and three (3) electives.
Our interdisciplinary approach to the study of law allows for alumni distinguished and diverse career paths. In addition to enter the law profession as an attorney the Legal Studies minor might prompt entry into careers in immigration, law enforcement, corrections, criminal investigation, court administration, corporate legal affairs, or positions as diverse as a game warden, customs agent, U.S. Marshall, or agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Homeland Security, or Central Intelligence Agency.
Program Highlights
- 100% of Legal Studies Minors have been accepted into law school.
- 10 credit hours including nine courses and 9 electives.
- Internship opportunities in law offices, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.
Specific Program Requirements
Course | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Core Courses | 12 | |
Civil Rights | 3 | |
American Constitutional Law | 3 | |
Criminal Law & Procedure | 3 | |
Choose one of the following: | ||
Critical Reasoning (GT-AH3) | 3 | |
Deductive Logic (GT-AH3) | 3 | |
Elective Courses Choose 2 of the following: | 6 | |
Creation of the US Constitution | 3 | |
Congress & the Presidency | 3 | |
Family Law | 3 | |
Cyber Law | 3 | |
Religion & Politics in US History | 3 | |
Roman Law | 3 | |
Critical Reasoning (GT-AH3) | 3 | |
Deductive Logic (GT-AH3) | 3 | |
Total Credits | 18 |
Note: Only one class taken for the Legal Studies minor can also be counted toward one of the following: the History major or minor, the Political Science major or minor, or Philosophy minor.