Embark on a transformative academic journey with the African and African American Studies, B.A. 3+3 Pre-Law Program at Louisiana State University. This distinctive undergraduate program is crafted for ambitious students passionate about understanding the complexities of African and African American cultures, histories, and intellectual traditions, while simultaneously preparing for a legal career. You will explore critical themes in diaspora studies, engage with foundational texts, and develop the analytical skills essential for both advanced academic inquiry and the rigorous demands of law school. This program offers a unique pathway for those seeking a deep understanding of social justice and a future in the legal profession.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over six years, seamlessly integrating your bachelor's degree with your first year of law school. You will progress through a curriculum that includes foundational courses in English composition, foreign languages, and essential analytical reasoning, alongside specialized African and African American Studies electives and seminars like AAAS 4020 Senior Seminar. By engaging with topics such as African Diaspora Intellectual Thought and Black Rhetorical Traditions, you will build a robust intellectual framework. Upon successful completion, you will be well-prepared to enter the LSU Law Center, graduating with both a Bachelor of Arts and a Juris Doctor degree.