A well-rounded liberal arts education is the best way to prepare for a career in law because it prepares the mind for the mental gymnastics and rigor of law school.
Moot court student finalists and faculty joined by Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas Kilbride, center, who helped judge the event.
Pre-law students, faculty and alumni prepare for our annual moot court competition.
Students participate in our annual moot court competition, where students compete in simulated court or arbitration proceedings.
Preparing you for law school
The Pre-Law program helps you achieve what you need to enter a range of legal careers. Whether it is individual advising, free LSAT prep sessions, a range of law courses, or hands-on skill development through an internship or our moot court competition, we have what you need to begin a successful career as a lawyer, judge, law enforcement officer or government official.
It’s about more than just becoming a lawyer
Our students are accepted to some of the top law schools in Illinois and around the country. Our graduates work in law firms of all sizes, in government positions such as the Federal Bureau of Investigations and as in-house counsel for large corporations. A number of our graduates also work for public interest organizations and local police forces.
A wrapup of the 12th annual moot court competition, featuring double winner Owen Davies ’23 and the finals’ panel of three alumni judges – Thomas Siegel ’99, Stephanie Hilton ’07 and Morgan Lewis ’13.
Broad impact of Supreme Court’s ‘Dobbs’ decision will include how it shapes classes and elections, according to political science professor Andre Audette.
The Stockdale Fellows Program is the most prestigious scholarship, leadership and enrichment program at Monmouth.
Stockdale Fellows develop skills as leaders through unique opportunities, including leadership retreats, mentorship, community service, entrepreneurial projects, study-abroad trips, internships and academic research.
We know the Peace Corps is seriously competitive. We’ve got you.
The Peace Corps Prep program prepares students for international development, fieldwork and Peace Corps service. Our students focus on training and experience in a specific work sector, foreign language skills, professional and leadership development and intercultural literacy.
Prepare for a rich personal and professional life and positions of leadership, service, and citizenship in a global context from former Peace Corps faculty.