Law Schools - Which Ones Are Right For You

By Jeffrey Weir

There are thousands of applicants to law schools all over the world each year. Most of the applicants fall between the ages of 22 through 25, some between 26 and 29, and a small percent between the ages of 30 to 34 years of age. With over 84,000 applicants in 2007 alone into America's law schools; it is safe to say that many people are choosing law as their desired career. A huge part of going into law is choosing the right law school which is a choice that varies for every future law student. So how do you choose the right law school?

Choosing the right law school is a process that is different for everyone. Some people are limited to the schools that are in their geographic area, some are limited to what schools they can afford, while others are limited by what law schools accept them into their school. There are a variety of different factors that affect one's law school choice, but it is very important to choose a law school that will offer you the best law education possible while meeting your needs that might be shaped by geography, family, or your job.

Once you have decided on a few different law schools, it is very important to do adequate research on each one before applying. You might need to speak to the school representatives, faculty, or even students who are currently attending their school. Once you find schools that meet your criteria, you then need to apply; it's wise to apply to more than one law school so that you will have a variety of choices.

When the excitement comes from receiving your acceptance letters you need to make sure to consider a few different factors such as the size of the student body, location of the school, as well as the local community. All of this should be considered and weighed against each school before you make a hasty decision. Once you also factor in things such as the curriculum offered and how the school will fit into your life, you will be able to make the decision of which law school is going to be the best choice.

Jeffrey Weir is a consultant, author and law school expert. His site features a list of law schools in the United States and it has helped countless students narrow their list of prospective schools.