Your Future in Law
Are you a great communicator with a strong work ethic and analytical mind? Do you thrive under pressure and have a passion for the rule of law? Río Hondo College’s Pathway to Law School Area of Study was made for you.
Learn more about careers in the legal field while gaining transfer credits. Lean into your natural interests and aptitudes while taking the first steps toward law school. Begin your future in law with Río Hondo today.
Career Options
Start your journey to a rewarding and lucrative legal career with Río Hondo’s Pathway to Law School. Become a:
- Civil rights attorney
- Compliance officer
- Corporate lawyer
- Court reporter
- Federal clerk
- Lawyer
- Legal secretary
- Mediator
- Paralegal
Law School Within Reach
Río Hondo’s Pathway to Law School exists to give underrepresented college students a future in law. Students get a comprehensive view of law schools and legal careers.
Our expert faculty members offer individual counseling and mentoring. You’ll receive learning, internship, and networking opportunities from lawyers and attorneys. At the end of your journey at Río Hondo, you’ll be prepped for transfer to a pre-law program at any accredited university.
Degree & Certificate Options
Pick the program that matches your goals.
The Pathway to Law School Certificate is issued by California LAW Pathways. This certificate is part of a larger program that involves community colleges, four-year universities, and various law schools.
Ideally, students will spend two years at Río Hondo College, transfer to any accredited undergraduate institution to complete their bachelor’s degree, and then be considered for priority admission to a participating law school.
- Pathway to Law School Certificate