Legal Studies

UIS expands academic offerings with new legal studies pathway and public leadership minor

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UIS expands academic offerings with new legal studies pathway and public leadership minor bwood8 Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:14

Legal Studies Minor

Migration — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:04:55 +0000

Legal Studies Minor Migration Mon, 11/25/2024 - 11:04

Knowledge of the law and the legal system is important for individuals in a wide array of careers, from financial advisors to computer scientists, from health administrators to social workers, from news reporters to novelists, from union representatives to personnel administrators, from law enforcement officials to court administrators, as well as lobbyists, politicians and beyond. Students who choose to minor in legal studies gain an understanding of the American legal systems; how law is created, applied and interpreted and engage in the critical analysis of the way in which the law operates in society.

Tuition & Aid

UIS is the most affordable option to earning your University of �山�� degree. Earn a world-class education for less than you’d expect.

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Value of a UIS Degree

UIS is No. 5 for students graduating with the least amount of debt, Midwest Region (2021).

Top 25 best value school, Midwest Region, and the only public university in �山�� on the list (2022, 2023, 2024).

98% of students receive aid

The average graduate from UIS will see an increase in earnings of $31,700 - $69,000 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in �山��.

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$26,800

High School

$36,600

Bachelor's

$68,300

Master's

$87,200

Doctorate

$105,600

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Legal Studies, MA

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Many professionals need a comprehensive understanding of what the legal system is, how it works, how it interrelates with social change and how it assists people in asserting their rights. The Master of Arts in Legal Studies addresses these needs within the framework of an interdisciplinary liberal arts education and is well-suited for students who are pursuing professions where the practical knowledge of the law and legal system is required.

Tuition & Aid

UIS is the most affordable option to earning your University of �山�� degree. Earn a world-class education for less than you’d expect.

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Value of a UIS Degree

UIS is No. 5 for students graduating with the least amount of debt, Midwest Region (2021).

Top 25 best value school, Midwest Region, and the only public university in �山�� on the list (2022, 2023, 2024).

98% of students receive aid

The average graduate from UIS will see an increase in earnings of $31,700 - $69,000 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in �山��.

< High School

$26,800

High School

$36,600

Bachelor's

$68,300

Master's

$87,200

Doctorate

$105,600

Learning Outcomes

Outline the functional structure and operation of the American legal system.
Develop skills in legal research and case analysis.
Understand principles of constitutional law and ethics.
Apply legal knowledge to advocacy and policy issues
Develop the skills necessary to conduct and critique legal and sociolegal research.
Use social and legal theories to explain legal phenomena.
Effectively critique and construct legal arguments.
Develop expository and advocacy-oriented writing skills.

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Legal Studies, BA

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The Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree provides students with a fundamental knowledge of law and legal systems and the professional and scholarly skills needed for law school and many law-related careers. Students have the opportunity to interact with both the legislature and the state and federal courts in their classes and through internships. Students are also encouraged to participate in several experiential learning opportunities, including working with the �山�� Innocence Project, competing with the Mock Trial Team and participating in the Pre-Law Society.

Tuition & Aid

UIS is the most affordable option to earning your University of �山�� degree. Earn a world-class education for less than you’d expect.

Tuition Calculator

Applying for Aid

Value of a UIS Degree

UIS is No. 5 for students graduating with the least amount of debt, Midwest Region (2021).

Top 25 best value school, Midwest Region, and the only public university in �山�� on the list (2022, 2023, 2024).

98% of students receive aid

The average graduate from UIS will see an increase in earnings of $31,700 - $69,000 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in �山��.

< High School

$26,800

High School

$36,600

Bachelor's

$68,300

Master's

$87,200

Doctorate

$105,600

Learning Outcomes

Develop the analytical skills necessary to appreciate law as a social phenomenon.
Develop an understanding of how laws are created, applied, interpreted and changed.
Develop knowledge of substantive areas of the law.
Develop experiential knowledge of professional legal environments.
Develop skills in legal and socio-legal research, writing and analysis.
Develop skills in legal research and case analysis.
Understand principles of constitutional law and ethics.
Apply legal knowledge to advocacy and policy issues

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UIS Mock Trial team wins first rounds of 2024-25 season

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Academic Programs

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Academic Programs ppinn2 Tue, 10/29/2024 - 14:55

Undergraduate

Legal Studies Minor

On-campus

Undergraduate

Legal Studies, BA

On-campus

Graduate

Legal Studies, MA

Online, On-campus

UIS Pre-Law Center Trip to UIUC Law Fair

cbala3 — Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:51:07 +0000

UIS Pre-Law Center Trip to UIUC Law Fair cbala3 Tue, 10/03/2023 - 09:51

LAW SCHOOL FAIR 2023

Meet with law school representatives from across the Country!

The PLC is taking students to UIUC to attend the annual law fair, where representatives from 85-100 law schools will be in attendance to discuss their schools and answer questions. Space is limited; RSVP Required.

The UIS Pre-Law center will be offering a free ride from the UIS campus to the venue.

Seats are limited so sign up now to secure your spot.

RSVP: uisplc@uis.edu

When

Thu, Oct 5 2023, 10am - 2:30pm

Location

TBA

Event Type

Academic Calendar

Student

Department

College of Public Affairs and Education

Legal Studies

Is law school in your future?

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Is law school in your future? hbruc3 Mon, 02/13/2023 - 15:32

The Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree at the University of �山�� Springfield offers you affordable tuition while giving you the knowledge and skills you need for law school and the advantage of studying in the state capital.

The Knowledge You Desire

As a Legal Studies student, you can study corporate law; constitutional law; legal issues of race, gender, and class; international law and issues of immigration; criminal law; legal history; social justice; legal philosophy; and gain legal research skills.

The Skills You Need

At UIS, you can sharpen your skills and participate in the UIS Mock Trial Team, Model �山�� Government, and the Speech and Debate Team. UIS students also have the opportunity to participate in �山�� Innocence Project activities and courses, which is an initiative dedicated to freeing innocent people imprisoned in �山�� for crimes they did not commit.

The Internships that Set You Apart

At UIS, internships are embedded within your degree program, and our location allows you to experience law in action. Springfield is home to the �山�� legislature, the Circuit Court for Sangamon County, the �山�� Appellate Court for the Fourth District, the �山�� Supreme Court, and the United States District Court for the Central District of �山��. A wide variety of government agencies, nonprofit entities, and legal organizations provide extensive internship opportunities.

A Quality Education at an Affordable Rate

Approximately 80 percent of UIS undergraduate students receive financial aid through scholarships, grants, loans, and/or student employment. Have questions about cost of attendance or the financial resources available to UIS students? The Office of Financial Aid is here to help you apply for and receive the necessary assistance to fund your studies at UIS.

The UIS + UIC BA/JD Program

Save time and money completing law school. The UIS + UIC Law program allows students to complete their bachelor’s degree and law degree in six years instead of the usual seven years. UIS undergraduate students can apply for admission to the University of �山�� Chicago School of Law during their junior year at UIS.

Admission is not guaranteed, but if admitted, students will enroll in the law school after their third year at UIS. After a student successfully completes 30 credit hours of law school coursework, UIS accepts the UIC courses towards the credits required for the bachelor's degree.