Thinking About Law School?

Applying to law school can seem confusing and overwhelming, especially for youth who are the first to do so in their family. Check out our free resources here to help you get access to information to support your journey.  We've organized them by frequently asked questions from youth in our organization.

How can I use a law degree to support movements?

What do I need to apply to law school?

I didn’t graduate college. Is it too late for me to go back to start my journey to law school?

Should I consider part-time law school?

Which test should I take to apply? LSAT or GRE?

Who should I ask for recommendations?

How do I take care of my mental health through the process?

What should I write for a personal statement?

What if I’m undocumented?

How do I pay for it all?

How do I write a resume?

Further Reading

  • Youth Right to Protest

  • Educational Justice in Schools

  • Fight Discrimination

  • Build Skills in Lobbying and Lawmaking

  • Facilitate Mutual Aid

  • Climate and Environmental Justice

  • Support Youth Voting Rights

  • Abolition and Community Safety

Disclaimer

Do not use this site to replace a lawyer or share private information.

The tools and services we provide are not intended to create an attorney-client relationship between you or PDP. The information provided in the educational materials and community meetings is not intended to constitute legal advice and should not be substituted for the advice of or in lieu of consultation with an attorney. PDP seeks to keep information up-to-date and accurate but cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information. PDP disclaims any liability for errors that may be contained in its public education materials and community-facilitated meetings and shall not be responsible for any damages, consequential or actual, arising out of or in connection with the use of this information. PDP makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the quality, content, accuracy, or completeness of the information, text graphics, links, and other items in its public education materials and community-facilitated meetings. Different states also have very different laws from the ones we might discuss in our public education materials and community-facilitated meetings.