The majority of Pre-Law Advising events and programs are offered during the early stages of the application process in the fall term. These events are open to everyone but would be especially informative for seniors and alumni who are currently applying to law school and juniors who plan to apply in the near future.

Events hosted by other organizations are listed for your information only and do not represent an endorsement by Brown or the Pre-Law Advising office. All times are in Eastern standard unless otherwise noted.

July 1. Beyond Perfection: Writing About Growth, Setbacks, and Self-Reflection
You do not need a perfect record to be a strong law school applicant. What matters is your ability to reflect on your experiences with honesty, maturity, and self-awareness. This webinar will invite you to embrace your full story, not just your success, but also the challenges, setbacks, and lessons that have shaped who they are today. In this webinar, you will learn how to thoughtfully address academic, personal, or professional obstacles and transform difficult experiences into compelling narratives of growth and resilience. Whether you are writing an addendum or weaving these experiences into your personal statement, this webinar will help you speak the truth of your experiences with confidence and clarity, showing admission committees the resilience and insight that sets you apart.
Register for Beyond Perfection: Writing About Growth, Setbacks, and Self-Reflection here.

July 7. Webinar - Paying for Law School
A little knowledge about the financial aid process and available options will go a long way in lowering your stress as you fund your legal education. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will discuss cost of attendance, the financial aid application process, and the types of aid available to law students. Attendees can follow up this event with free financial coaching, lessons, and events through Ask EDNA!® – the Education Network at AccessLex.
Register for Paying for Law School via AccessLex’s website.

July 9. Webinar - The Hidden Costs of Law School
Do you know how much law school really costs? In this presentation, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will walk through the various expenses involved in pursuing a legal education, from test preparation and application fees to tuition and living costs. You will also discover some of the hidden costs that many students overlook, such as social activities, professional memberships, and bar exam preparation. Take advantage of this chance to gain an understanding of the financial realities of attending law school and how to plan ahead. Attendees can follow up this event with free financial coaching, lessons and events through Ask EDNA!® – the Education Network at AccessLex.
Register for The Hidden Costs of Law School via the AccessLex website.

July 14. Webinar - 10 Things You Should Know Before Starting Law School
Wondering how to prepare for your first year of law school? During this webinar you will hear law school experts relay the 10 most important things they wished they knew before starting law school. From what to expect to how to prepare - you'll walk away from this webinar with key insights about the road that lies ahead.
Register for 10 Things You Should Know Before Starting Law School via Access Lex’s website.

July 15. Letters of Recommendation: The Ask, the Follow-Up, and the Thank You
A strong letter of recommendation can do more than fulfill an application requirement — it can bring your stories to life. In this webinar, you will learn how to identify mentors, professors, supervisors, and other recommenders who can speak meaningfully to your character, accomplishments, and potential for success in law school. You’ll discuss strategies for building and maintaining professional relationships, approaching recommenders with confidence, and providing the information letter writers need to write compelling, personalized letters. Whether you are beginning to cultivate these connections or preparing to request letters now, this session can help you transform professional relationships into powerful advocacy for your law school application.
Register for Letters of Recommendation: The Ask, the Follow-Up, and the Thank You via the LawHub website.

July 15. Webinar - Applying to Law School
Once you’ve identified your target schools, being strategic and thoughtful in applying is the best way to increase your chances of receiving a law school acceptance letter. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will review the essential components of a successful law school application. Attendees can follow up this event with free financial coaching, lessons, and events through Ask EDNA!® – the Education Network at AccessLex.
Register for Applying to Law School on AccessLex’s website.

July 21. Webinar - A Primer on Private Student Loans
As changes to federal student loan programs take shape, private student loans are likely to play a larger role in financing legal education. This session will provide a foundational overview of private student loans - what they are, how they differ from federal loans, and where they fit in the future of law school borrowing strategies. You will learn about key factors like credit requirements, interest rates, loan terms, and the importance of careful lender comparison, so you can make informed, strategic borrowing decisions.
Register for A Primer on Student Loans on AccessLex’s website.

July 22. What are the LSAT and LSAT Argumentative Writing?
The LSAT measures the reasoning, reading, and writing skills essential for law school success. Studies have consistently shown the LSAT to be the single best predictor of first-year law school success. In other words, the LSAT is more than just a test schools use when considering your applications — it’s also a valuable tool for you to gauge your readiness for the academic rigor faced in the first year of law school. In this webinar, you’ll receive a comprehensive overview of the LSAT and LSAT Argumentative Writing. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of the test format, learn how to navigate each question type effectively, and receive guidance on how to start your preparation, strengthen key skills, and build confidence for test day.
This event is for anyone interested in applying to law school.
Register for What are the LSAT and LSAT Argumentative Writing? on LawHub’s website.

July 23. Webinar - Personal Finance for First-Generation Students
First-generation students begin their legal education from various starting points academically, professionally, and financially. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will present money scripts that impact decision-making and actions you can take as a first-generation student to confidently earn, borrow, spend, protect, and save money. Attendees can follow up this event with free financial coaching, lessons, and events through Ask EDNA!® – the Education Network at AccessLex.
Register for Personal Finance for First-Generation Students via AccessLex’s website.

July 29. Using Optional Essays to Strengthen Your Law School Application
Optional essays are often overlooked, but they can be an important tool in your law school applications. These prompts provide an opportunity to share important aspects of your background, experiences, perspectives, and personal journey that may not be fully reflected elsewhere in your application. In this webinar, you’ll explore the purpose behind optional essays and discuss when — and why — you should consider writing them. Attendees will learn how to approach these essays with authenticity, reflection, and strategic intent, whether they are addressing diversity or overcoming challenges, explaining application circumstances, or highlighting experiences that have shaped your path to law school.
Join us to gain practical guidance on crafting compelling optional essays that add depth to law school applications, strengthen an applicant’s overall narrative, and help admission committees better understand who they are.
Register for Using Optional Essays to Strengthen Your Law School Application on LawHub’s website.

August 4. Webinar - Projecting Your Law School Return on Investment
Whenever you make a big investment like attending law school, it's important to understand what you're planning to get out of it. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will discuss how to calculate your law school return-on-investment using your total projected borrowing and potential starting salary, with tips on how to optimize for return as a student. Attendees can follow up on this event with free financial coaching, lessons, and events through Ask EDNA!® – the Education Network at AccessLex.
Register for Projecting Your Law School Return on Investment via AccessLex’s website.

August 5. Preparing for Law School: Application Info Session for Prospective Students
Applicants are encouraged to RSVP by Friday, July 31, 2026. The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University invites your students considering law school to attend our upcoming information session, "Preparing for Law School: Application Info Session for Prospective Students." This program is designed for students and recent graduates interested in pursuing a legal education and learning more about the law school application process. You will hear from a guest speaker from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), who will discuss the resources and tools available to help applicants navigate each stage of the admissions process.
Register for Preparing for Law School: Application Info Session for Prospective Students here.

September 2-30. University of Colorado Law School’s Mini Law School: A Constitution in Crisis
This five-week series kicks off Wednesday, September 2nd with Professor Jonathon Booth's discussion of the historical analogues of the current crisis.  Each week, Colorado Law professors will present on different topics, including:  

• Defending Immigrants in Turbulent Times (Clinical Professor Violeta Chapin)
• Tax Law as a Trojan Horse in the Current Constitutional Crisis (Professor Sloan Speck)
• The Constitutionality of Trans People (Professor Scott Skinner Thompson)

Participants have the option of attending lectures in person in Boulder, Colorado, watching a livestream of the lectures on Wednesday nights, or watching a recording of the lecture on-demand.  

Registration closes August 31.  As an additional benefit, all participants in Mini Law School who apply to the University of Colorado Law School during the 2026-2027 application cycle will have their law school application fees waived.
Register on the University of Colorado Boulder’s website.

Disclaimer: The listings here are provided as a benefit and a resource to students. Brown does not endorse or promote any particular third party entity’s program. The linked opportunities will take you to the third party provider’s website where you can obtain information about the specific program or opportunity. You can then determine on your own whether you are eligible and interested in applying or participating.

Mid-June (submission deadline) The Stevens Journal of Law and Technology Accepting Submissions. The Stevens Journal of Law and Technology (SJOLT) is the first and only undergraduate-led academic publication dedicated to advancing scholarship at the intersection of law and technology. We publish original long-form pieces by undergraduate and graduate students worldwide, providing a platform for encouraging and distributing interdisciplinary inquiry and argumentation. Through this work, SJOLT seeks to elevate emerging voices, expand access to legal and technological scholarship, and advance rigorous discourse on the complex relationships between law, emerging technologies, and society. To read more about the Journal and submit your piece, please go to their website, linked here.