Pre-Law & Law School Partnerships
UAS partners with law schools in the lower 48 to offer students access to legal education. Undergraduate students studying at UAS and UAS alumni can gain admission to partnership institutions based on certain academic credentials.
Partner Universities
Willamette University
Undergraduate students studying at UAS and UAS alumni to gain admission to Willamette Law based on certain academic credentials. When a student meets these credentials, they will be admitted to the Willamette School of Law and be guaranteed a Direct Admission scholarship of $10,000, renewable each year the student is enrolled at Willamette Law and remains in good standing.
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) has partnered with the Mitchell Hamline School of Law (MHSL) to offer a 3+3 Program. This accelerated pathway allows full-time undergraduate students the opportunity to finish both their bachelor’s and law (J.D.) degrees in six years instead of seven, saving them a full year of undergraduate tuition costs.
Advising
Glenn D. Wright, Ph.D.
Professor of Political Science; Statewide Coordinator, Senator Ted Stevens State Legislative Internship Program
The pre-law advising program is offered by Dr. Glenn Wright, Professor of Political Science. Whether you are a prospective student looking to join us at UAS in Social Sciences or another degree, a current undergraduate choosing the right courses, or a senior exploring law school scholarships and financing options, Professor Wright provides the expert insight you need. Please get in touch, we are here to help you align your academic passions with a successful legal career.