Pre-Law Resources
The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) is your official source for all things related to law school applications. Watch this overview video from the LSAC, including details on all major application components. Use the LSAC website to:- Create an account to register for the LSAT.
- Search for law schools.
- Register for the Credential Assembly Service.
- Read about each step in the application process from the LSAC overview.
Standard 509 Reports
Once you have a list of potential institutions of interest, you are ready to dig a little deeper. Check out the Standard 509 Reports for the schools on your list.
How To Run A 509 Report
- Select a school and generate the report. This report will summarize the most relevant data on the school: application stats, GPA percentiles, LSAT percentiles, costs, percentages of students receiving financial support, amount of support, clinical and other offerings, diversity/ethnic composition of chosen year, BAR passage rates, etc.
- Run several reports and do side by side comparisons of the schools you are considering in order to make the best informed choice.
Interested specifically in Public Interest Law?
The American Bar Association's Center for Public Interest Law has helpful resources for career advice and internships. We would also recommend looking at idealist.org and usajobs.gov for finding opportunities.
LSAT Guidance
Be sure to discuss options with the Pre-Law Adviser. They can suggest approaches that fit your study style and needs. There are book resources, the free Khan Academy-sponsored course on the LSAC website, private test prep companies that offer live remote classes, and tutors such as LSATDemon.
Test Prep Resources
- Watch the LSAT video overview and check out the LSAC resources.
- Take a free diagnostic LSAT
- Learning Express Library
- You'll need to register to access materials, but they're free. You can access GRE, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT practice tests.
- Some local library systems offer free access to Learning Express Library to their cardholders. To use the link here, you'll need to get a library card with the Multnomah County Library system.
- If you need accommodations for taking the exam, visit LSAT Accommodations
Financial Resources and Assistance
Funding for LSAT Prep and Application Fees:- LSAC: LSAT Fee Assistance
- Reed College: CLBR Career Advancement Fund
- Reed College: Legal Education Access Fund (LEAF)
- AccessLex.org to learn about financing law school including the scholarship databank
- Check out Fellowships and Awards Search Tool