The South Carolina Honors College offers courses, support and unique opportunities
for our students interested in law school and a legal career, whether they are pursuing
their juris doctor from USC's outstanding Rice School of Law or many of the other
top-tier law schools where our graduates are accepted each year.
Our Path for Aspiring Lawyers
In addition to the Honors curriculum and experience that prepares our students to
enter and thrive at the nation's best law schools, the Honors College also offers
two unique opportunities in collaboration with the USC Rice School of Law.
This “fast track” program enables students to receive an undergraduate degree from
the South Carolina Honors College, followed by a juris doctor from the USC Rice School
of Law. Students admitted to this program typically complete their undergraduate degree
and their law degree in six years. Learn more.
Joseph F. Rice School of Law Admission Partnership Program
We also offer a second partnership program with USC's Rice School of Law that offers
qualified Honors College graduates automatic admission to the law school, provided
that they meet the following requirements.
Qualifications
graduate with a 3.5 GPA with honors from the Honors College
provide a letter of support from the dean of the Honors College
Financial Support
All applicants will be eligible for scholarship review. South Carolina residents who
earn a 160 or higher on the LSAT will receive financial support of at least $5,000
per year. Nonresidents who earn a 160 or higher on their LSATS will receive substantially
reduced tuition.
Law Beyond USC
While the advantage of going to USC's Joseph F. Rice School of Law is undeniable,
our graduates often find themselves pursuing law degrees at other top-tier law schools.
Wherever your path to the law takes you, you'll receive personalized attention and
advice on how to successfully apply.
With a solid foundation from their experience as Honors Gamecocks, Joseph Buchmaier
and Emily Rabon both feel ready to take on the next challenge at Harvard Law School.
Read more.
Class of 2025
In addition to the USC Rice School of Law, our most recent class of Honors graduates
includes 1Ls now pursuing their J.D.s at
Yale Law School
Harvard Law School
Notre Dame Law School
University of Virginia School of Law
Georgetown Law
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
and more...
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