If I plan to attend law school, what should I consider majoring in?

My suggestion to potential law students is to either major in math or English. Math will help you with your analytical skills which are necessary to analyze whether a case has any potential for winning or not. I suggest English because there is a lot of writing required in law. You are always writing briefs, pleadings to file with the court or just writing letters to your clients so you need a good command of English, both spoken and written.

Those are my suggestions but you can major in anything for your undergraduate degree. Take some classes that you will enjoy as well - you need to have some time for things that you enjoy too. Also make sure that you take time to stay energized - walk or swim or do some type of physical exercise every day - this will keep your mind alert - a tired body makes for a tired brain so pay attention to your entire self..

Good luck with your future.

You can and should major in anything you are passionate about and can do well in. Law schools look at your success in undergraduate study and you will likely be successful if you are happy and inspired and challenged. That said, there is a lot of reading in law school, so taking classes in History, English, Philosophy, etc. would likely help. Any courses that hone your analytical skills will help -- and these classes can include Math, the Sciences, and Music. Also, Acting classes assist in analyzing the written word, confidence, and public speaking. Contrary to what you might have heard, you do not have to major in policial science or criminal justice to prepare for law school -- unless you want to. I majored in music. I had friends in law school who had majored in French, Chemistry, Biology, Music, Math, etc. and of course, English. Since you are interested in criminal law, you might enjoy some psych courses or course in biology/neurology -- learning about the brain. At many colleges you don't have to declare a major right away, so take your time. And I agree with the other response that keeping healthy is important. Also, it may help to take up something that requires discipline, something that teaches good daily habits -- running, playing an instrument, being in a play, etc. It's an exciting time, you have so many opportunities ahead of you! Now is the time to explore. Good luck!