BA Law and Society at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society provides an interdisciplinary approach to studying law and legal institutions that emphasizes the analytical and methodical aspects of law and society knowledge development. In addition to general coursework in disciplines foundational to the study of law and society, students will complete courses that will develop their analytical abilities, research methods fluency, and communication abilities.

Faculty: College of the Liberal Arts | Duration: minimum 120 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 120 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include American Civilization to 1877, American Civilization Since 1877, Experiential Learning Portfolio, The American Legal Process.

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Entry requirements

Direct Admission to the Major Incoming first-year students who meet the program admission requirements are admitted directly into the major. Admission restrictions may apply for change-of-major and/or change-of-campus students. For more information about the admission process for this major, please send a request to the college, campus, or program contact (listed in the Contact tab).

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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