Bachelor of Pre-Law at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

United States of America, Lincoln

University Rank:#711

International students can study the Pre-Law at University of Nebraska-Lincoln at its main campus in Lincoln , United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Pre-Law

Pre-law is an advising category designed to provide students who have an interest in attending law school with the guidance and career development they need in their preparation to enter law school. Pre-law is a non-degree granting program focused on helping students build the academic and interpersonal skills and characteristics desired in the law profession. Skills identified as important for a successful career in law include analytical reasoning, problem solving, critical reading, writing, oral communication, listening, research, organization, public service, collaborative relationship building, and negotiation skills. By working with a pre-law advisor, pre-law students can identify the curricular and extracurricular activities that will help them develop these desired skills.

The Explore Center serves as the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's advising resource for pre-law students. Pre-law advisors work one-on-one with students to provide specialized pre-law advising, which supplements advising in the academic major. In addition to meeting with an advisor for their academic major (if declared), all pre-law students should meet once per semester with a pre-law Explore Center advisor for help in planning the necessary pre-law experiences required to apply to law school. Pre-law advisors help students create short- and long-range plans so that they can be in the best possible position to gain admittance to law school. The Explore Center also provides a number of pre-law advising resources, workshops, and events to help students develop and move forward in their career plans in the field of law. See https://explorecenter.unl.edu/pre-law for resources.

Professional academic advisors in the Explore Center are available for individual student meetings on a drop-in or appointment basis. Pre-law students who have not yet chosen a major have an assigned Explore Center academic advisor but are welcome to meet with any advisor in the Explore Center. Students can find their assigned advisor in MyRED. For complete and current information on Explore Center academic advising, visit https://explorecenter.unl.edu/about/appointment or contact the Explore Center by visiting 127 Love Library South or by calling 402-472-3605.

Most law schools require that students complete a bachelors degree in order to be admitted to law school. Pre-law students are encouraged to explore and declare a major that will help them to develop key pre-law skills and provide them with a rigorous academic background in preparation for further studies in law school. Any Nebraska undergraduate degree is acceptable for admission to law school. Because there are no specific undergraduate prerequisite courses required by law schools, the bulk of coursework pre-law students will take at Nebraska will be in their major field of study. Students who have not yet decided which University of Nebraska–Lincoln major they would like to declare may temporarily select a major of "Pre-Law' in the Explore Center. Regardless of whether an academic major has been declared or not, pre-law students may receive pre-law information and advising from the Explore Center by indicating their pre-law interest with their college advising office.

To meet the ACE program requirement a student will complete the equivalent of 3 credit hours for each of the ten ACE Student Learning Outcomes (a total of 30 ACE credit hours). See the ACE website for the most current information and the most recently certified courses. Students should meet with an Explore Center advisor to discuss the planning and completion of ACE courses and requirements.

Disciplines

Exploratory & Pre-Professional Advising Center

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Pre-Law at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Entry Requirements

Application Fee

There is a $45 application fee payable online with a credit card.

Deadlines

Summer/Fall – May 1

Spring – December 1

Additional Documents

In addition to the online application, International First-Year students are required to submit:

Final secondary school transcript, preferably officially signed and stamped by a principal of secondary school
Secondary school certificate/diploma
English proficiency scores
Bank statement
Passport copy

English Proficiency Deadlines

To be fully-admitted, you must meet English proficiency by the following deadlines:

Fall Term – July 15

Spring Term – December 1

Summer Term – May 1

Thanks for your interest in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln! All admissions materials are to be uploaded via MyRED to complete your application.

You can contact the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to apply for admission by yourself. You are not required to use an agent to apply for admission or enroll at the University of Nebraska. If you chose to use someone to assist you in applying for admission or enroll for classes, that is your responsibility.

Completed Coursework Requirements

A broad section of course work in English
Native language courses
Math
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers must submit an IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo score demonstrating proficiency in English. Contact your IELTS testing center or TOEFL to have your official scores sent directly to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

If you do not meet proficiency requirements, you can still be offered conditional admission.

For more detailed information, see the English Proficiency requirements on this page.

ACT/SAT Requirements

ACT/SAT tests are not required for admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln but may be required for entry into specific colleges.

Colleges that require ACT/SAT scores:

College of Architecture
College of Engineering

Bank Statement Requirements

In order to be issued I-20, you must submit a bank statement to your MyRED account to show sufficient support for the first year of study.

You will still be evaluated for admission without submitting the bank statement, but admission letters and I-20s will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been met.

Statements must include:

Student's name
NUID Number

NOTE: Scholarship letters can be used in place of bank statements.

Items not Required

Letters of recommendation and essays are NOT required for admission.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Pre-Law at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Application Fee 45

How to Apply for Bachelor of Pre-Law at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Review the materials you'll need before starting an application. Complete the application online. You can also apply through the Common App.

Check Your Application Status

Check MyRED to check your application status and verify all documents have been submitted to complete your application.

Pay Enrollment Deposit

Once you're admitted, pay the $250 enrollment deposit to reserve your place at Nebraska.

Enrollment Deposit

All First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students in the Intensive English Program, who have received notification of their admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln pay the $250 Enrollment Deposit.

What is the Enrollment Deposit?

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln requires a $250 Enrollment Deposit to be paid by the deadlines below to finalize your admission and secure your space in the incoming class.

Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

The Enrollment Deposit is not a new fee. The $250 deposit applies directly toward students' first expenses at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, such as orientation programs and more.

Who is Required to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

The Enrollment Deposit is required for all new First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students enrolling in the Intensive English Program, who are admitted.

Why Do I Need to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

The Enrollment Deposit :

Allows the University to more effectively plan for class offerings and student resources in preparation for your arrival.
Provides an incentive for students to actively consider their college choice on an appropriate timeline, which increases their selection in housing, New Student Enrollment dates and classes.
Allows the University to more accurately report new student class data as part of the budgeting process.

Refund

The Enrollment Deposit is fully refundable prior to the deposit deadlines below:

Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

If a student chooses not to attend the University and did not request a refund on or before the deadline, the student forfeit's the full amount of their Enrollment Deposit.

To request a refund, please email the Office of Admissions.

Requesting Reinstatement

Admitted students who do not pay the deposit prior to the deadline forfeit their admission and aid. Students may request reinstatement by sending a letter to the admissions committee at:

University of Nebraska–Lincoln Admissions Committee
1410 Q St
Lincoln, NE 68588-0417

OR email the committee at: [email protected]

Reinstatement of admission cannot be guaranteed.
Reinstatement of federal, state, and university aid is not guaranteed.
Please indicate in the circumstances surrounding your late payment in your reinstatement request.

NOTE: The Enrollment Deposit is not waived under any circumstance. The Enrollment Deposit is Non-Transferable.

Obtain I-20

After you are notified of your admission status, we will email instructions about obtaining your I-20 or visa.

Obtain I-20

If you need an I-20 and F-1 student visa to study at Nebraska, submit the following:

A bank statement showing the support that is greater than or equal to the cost of attendance for the program. In addition, be sure:

It includes the name of the account holder in English.
Is printed on official bank letterhead.
You write your NU ID # on the top of the bank statement.
It is signed and stamped as official by a bank representative.
Statement must be dated and be no older than 1 year old.
Statement must include a currency type.

You may also submit a scholarship letter that indicates support from a government or private scholarship. This letter must include:

Your name.
An outline of expenses the scholarship will cover.

Submit the bank statement and scholarship letter to your MyRED account.

SEVIS Transfer

If you are currently studying at a high school or university in the United States you may transfer your SEVIS record to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Transferring your SEVIS record allows you to maintain your current record and obtain a University of Nebraska–Lincoln I-20 which can be used to obtain a new student visa if traveling overseas prior to your enrollment at Nebraska.

When you have been admitted to Nebraska and are ready to transfer, contact the international advisor at your previous institution and ask to have your SEVIS record released to Nebraska. Our institution code is: OMA214F00217000.

Sign Housing Contract

After you pay your enrollment deposit, you can sign up for on-campus housing through MyRED.

Complete New Student Enrollment

NSE is a required student orientation program.

Submit English Proficiency Scores

If you're conditionally-admitted, you may submit English proficiency scores up until your term's deadline to become fully-admitted.

Prepare for Arrival

There are a few health requirements to complete and prepare for before you arrive on campus.

Pre-Enrollment Health Requirements & Information

All incoming students must submit the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement Form through MyRED.

In addition, all international students must complete the following health requirements at the University Health Center:

Provide proof of two rubeola/measles MMR immunizations or positive rubeola lab result
Undergo a tuberculosis test

For students who have the University of Nebraska's StudentBlue Insurance Plan, the cost of the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement is covered 100%.

Health Insurance

The University will automatically enroll all international students (F1 and J1) in StudentBlue Health Insurance.
You may waive the insurance plan if you show documentation of a comparable medical insurance plan. Proof consists of a plan in your name and the document must be in English.
Deadline to waive the health insurance is the 14th day of class each semester.

Meningococcal Vaccine

Meningococcal disease is a rare infection with potentially devastating results. The vaccine is recommended for first year students living in university residences but is not required by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Once you get to Lincoln...

International Orientation is a required event for all new international students when you arrive on campus.

Bachelor of Pre-Law at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

United States of America, Lincoln