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The Center for Life Beyond Reed

Pre-Law Resources

The is your official source for all things related to law school applications. Watch this from the LSAC, including details on all major application components. Use the LSAC website to:
  • Create an account to
  • Register for the
  • Read about each step in the application process from the

Standard 509 Reports

Once you have a list of potential institutions of interest, you are ready to dig a little deeper. Check out the for the schools on your list. 

How To Run A 509 Report

  • Select a school and generate the report. This report will summarize the most relevant data on the school: application stats, GPA percentiles, LSAT percentiles, costs, percentages of students receiving financial support, amount of support, clinical and other offerings, diversity/ethnic composition of chosen year, BAR passage rates, etc. 
  • Run several reports and do side by side comparisons of the schools you are considering in order to make the best informed choice.

Interested specifically in Public Interest Law?

The American Bar Association's  has helpful resources for career advice and internships. We would also recommend looking at  and  for finding opportunities.

LSAT Guidance

Be sure to discuss options with the Pre-Law Adviser. They can suggest approaches that fit your study style and needs. There are book resources, the free Khan Academy-sponsored course on the LSAC website, private test prep companies that offer live remote classes, and tutors such as .

Test Prep Resources

  • Watch the LSAT and check out the .  
  • Take a
  • The Reed library hosts the which offers practice sets and sample test materials online. You must create an account to access these materials. If you are off-campus, visit the library’s information on using to access library databases.
  • If you need accommodations for taking the exam, visit   

Financial Resources and Assistance

 Funding for LSAT Prep and Application Fees:
Funding for law school: