The purpose of minority pre-law programs is to help diversify the legal profession. Minority pre-law programs are in place to help prospective students develop adequate study habits and help them prepare for the first year of law school. The programs are dedicated to ensuring that once admitted into law school, students will successfully complete the degree requirements.
One aspect of minority pre-law programs is acclimating prospective students with the law school admissions process. Students admitted to law school participate in introductions to the first-year curriculum such as the basics of torts, criminal law, contracts, and civil procedure.
The time-frame for completion of a minority pre-law program will vary depending on the individual program. For example, the Council on Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO) offers a six-week summer institute. Florida State University College of Law offers an extensive four-week program.