The pre-law minor in the Department of Government, Policy, and Law (GOVT) is intended for students who are interested in
(1) the formal study of law;
(2) how law intersects with politics;
(3) attending law school or a law-related graduate program; or
(4) pursuing a career in law or a law-related field.
The core skills, knowledge and experience acquirable in the pre-law minor will provide a sound foundation for law school, law-related careers and a variety of other professions.

Regulations Governing Minor Course Work

1. There shall be a minimum of 18.0 credit hours with a minimum Millersville QPA of 2.0.
2. Only one course which counts toward your major may be counted toward your minor.
3. Courses that count toward a minor are also eligible to be used to satisfy the current University-wide General Education requirements subject to normal distribution requirements.
4. At least two courses should be at the upper-division level (300-400).  Exceptions may be requested upon evidence of program depth.
5. No course needed for the minor may be taken Pass-Fail.
6. One-half or more of the work required for the minor must be completed at Millersville University.
7. No student may minor in his or her major.