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Pathway Programs
There are a number of programs available that are dedicated to expanding access to legal education and that specifically focus on supporting individuals while they explore and pursue their interest in law. Participating in one of these programs can help you build the skills you need to succeed in law school and in your future career, learn more about the law school application process, and develop a supportive network as you take the next step in your journey. Whether you’re a first-year undergraduate or you’re preparing to enter law school, find the right opportunity for you.
California Indian Law Association's Pathway to Law
Geared toward Native and Indigenous pre-law students, this program covers the essentials of applying to law school with insights from law students, attorneys, LSAT staff, and admissions officers. After the program, each participant is matched with an attorney mentor for ongoing guidance.
California
California Legal Pathways Collaborative
The California Legal Pathways Collaborative brings the law to high school classrooms statewide with a three-year Career-Tech curriculum. Students explore legal careers, gain hands-on experience, and work closely with legal professionals throughout their high school journey.
California
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The California Legal Pathways Collaborative brings the law to high school classrooms statewide with a three-year Career-Tech curriculum. Students explore legal careers, gain hands-on experience, and work closely with legal professionals throughout their high school journey.
California
CLEO ASAP - Achieve Success in the Application Process
A two-day summer seminar designed to help prospective law school applicants understand the importance of factors in the admission process that are often overlooked or undervalued.
CLEP Pre-Law Summer Institute
A multiweek online and residential program designed to prepare graduating seniors — or graduates who plan to attend law school in the fall — to be more competitive law school students. Those who successfully complete the program become CLEO or CLIC Fellows.
Midwest
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Drexel University's Stephen and Sandra Sheller Law School Pipeline Program
Drexel University’s Kline School of Law offers a free, three-week summer program for underrepresented groups in law. Gain a head start on legal studies, explore diverse legal fields, and strengthen your resume through immersive learning and hands-on experience.
April 01, 2026
May 15, 2026
Pennsylvania
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's ConnectED
ConnectED is an educational virtual program designed to introduce high school students to the legal field. Students will hear the stories of federal judges and their journey to the bench, take a virtual courthouse tour, learn what it takes to become a law student, discuss current legal topics, and participate in workshops that build legal skills.
May 15, 2026
July 31, 2026
Remote
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's iLead Law & Leadership Conference
The iLead Law & Leadership Conference focuses on law and leadership skills for high school students. During the program, students will work with judges, lawyers, and leaders in the legal community who are committed to supporting their academic growth and legal career aspirations.
December 15, 2025
May 15, 2026
Virginia
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's Law School 101
Law School 101 is a virtual program that exposes undergraduates to the various legal career paths and while helping them navigate the law school application process. Topics include problem solving; critical thinking; research and analysis; legal career pathways; interview and resume skills; internships; and public service and promotion of justice.
January 14, 2026
April 06, 2026
Remote
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's Middle School Law Camp
The Middle School Law Camp is an engaging, hands-on program where students explore the legal world through visits to law schools, law firms, and local courts, gaining real-world exposure to how the legal system works.
January 04, 2026
May 15, 2026
Illinois
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's Ready. Set. Law.
Ready. Set. Law. helps undergrads prepare for the law school admissions process, explore the skills required to succeed in law school, and gain exposure to legal career paths. The program includes a law school tour, admissions presentation, a 1L course audit, a law student panel, and a networking luncheon with attorneys and law school alumni.
January 15, 2026
September 16, 2026
Illinois
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's Summer Judicial Internship Project
The Summer Judicial Internship Project is a national program that seeks to place approximately 100 law students as judicial interns in the chambers of federal and state appellate judges, along with federal district, bankruptcy, and magistrate judges.
October 15, 2025
January 09, 2026
Nationwide
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization's Summer Legal Institute
Summer Legal Institute, or "SLI," is Just The Beginning's cornerstone youth program. During this one-week legal immersion program, scholars participate in interactive, legal-focused activities that enhance their reading, writing, critical thinking, professional etiquette, financial literacy, and public speaking skills.
January 14, 2026
April 04, 2026
Illinois
Law and Leadership Institute's Civic Leadership Institute: Lead Self, Lead Society
The Law and Leadership Institute is Ohio's premier pipeline to the legal profession, offering a four-year program that begins before 9th grade. Students study law, build civic leadership, and engage with eight partner law schools through teaching and fellowship experiences.
December 01, 2025
May 31, 2026
Ohio
Plus, Guided Journey
Plus, Guided Journey uses a strengths-focused, community-centered approach to support selected scholars to and through the law school application process. This cohort-based program incorporates a year of virtual programming with 30+ law schools as they prepare for the LSAT, build applications, explore law schools, navigate financial aid, and more.
Remote
University of Minnesota Law School's Minnesota Pre-Law Scholars Program
Minnesota Pre-Law Scholars Track One provides a free virtual summer LSAT prep course, plus admissions guidance from Minnesota Law staff and career insights from alumni. Track Two offers admissions and career sessions. The program is open to students from any college or university applying this cycle.
January 26, 2025
March 15, 2025
Remote
SEO Law Fellowship Program
Provides a paid 10-week summer experience to underrepresented students the summer before law school, including a 2-week academic and career development training program followed by an 8-week internship at a corporate law firm to help Fellows excel in law school and jumpstart their legal careers.
July 23, 2025
July 31, 2025
Nationwide
Catalyst by SEO Law
Provides free resources to underrepresented students applying to law school, including a four-month Spring LSAT Program, a five-month Summer/Fall Admissions Consulting Program (including workshops and customized review and guidance in the preparation of application materials), discussions with law school admission officers, and attorney mentorship.
Virtual/remote
Youth Justice Alliance Fellowship
A four-year, paid fellowship for aspiring first-generation lawyers from high school graduation to law school matriculation with a paid residential legal education institute, paid judicial observations, paid public-interest internships, LSAT course and exam funding, as well as mentorship and networking opportunities.
Texas