Pre-Law

Cumberland University has a long and rich heritage as a center of legal study. From 1847, just five years after its founding, until 1961, Cumberland was the home of one of the premier law schools in the nation. Many state governors and members of Congress, as well as two Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court, were graduates of the Cumberland Law School.

This commitment to quality legal education continues today as we prepare undergraduates for admission and successful work at some of the top law schools in the country. Most law schools recommend a broad course of study in preparation for law school. All Cumberland University students interested in law school have the opportunity of working with Cumberland University’s pre-law advisor, who is a full-time faculty member. Together they select a major that reflects the student’s personal interests and that provides challenging course work to prepare the student to compete successfully in law school. Emphasis is on courses that hone the student’s writing skills, analytical thinking, and verbal communication. In addition, membership in Cumberland’s Pre-Law Society is encouraged for all students interested in law school.