About the PLUS Program

In the fall of 2015, Saint Louis University School of law received a grant from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) to host a DiscoverLaw.org Pre-Law Undergraduate Scholars (PLUS) program. This program targets students from populations that are underrepresented in the legal profession, and/or face significant obstacles in their pursuit of a career in law.

Primarily designed for students in their Freshman and Sophomore years of college, the PLUS program at SLU Law focuses on the skills required to succeed in law school, the law school admission process, and legal career opportunities. The PLUS program at SLU Law also introduces students to the unique role that lawyers play in serving their community and working for social change.

NO APPLICATION FEES OR TUITION

Each student receives A $1,000 stipend

Also included:

▫ Housing

▫ A reimbursement for travel costs of up to $200

▫ Some meals and local travel expenses will be covered

WHY APPLY?

  1. You will be better prepared for the law school admissions process;
  2. The PLUS program at SLU Law will introduce you to the essential skills and competencies of a law student and legal professional;
  3. The program will assist you in gaining a broader appreciation for the practice of law and how to navigate a path to law school; and
  4. The program will inspire you by demonstrating how lawyers can use their skills and training to serve their community and bring about social change.

"Coming into this program I felt that law school was not within my reach because of the color of my skin, my socioeconomic background, and because I was a first generation student...After finishing this program, I have no doubt that the future is mine...In May of 2018, I will be the first in four generation of my family to graduate from college. After that, I have high hopes of attending law school. I am confident in myself and my ability to make it." - 2016 PLUS Student

The Details

Program Dates:

Sunday, June 3, 2018 to Saturday, June 30, 2018

Location:

Saint Louis University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri

Application Deadline:

Application Deadline Extended to:

April 14, 2018

(Priority review will be given to applications completed by the original deadline of March 31, 2018)

Housing:

Students live on Saint Louis University's Main Campus, approximately 3 miles from the law school

Contact the PLUS Program at SLU Law: slulawplus@slu.edu