The spectacular view of the Rocky Mountains provides a sense of serenity for both residents and students. The law building faces north and this is certainly advantageous to anyone looking out from the top floor. There are both teaching and research activities within the building and perhaps the most impressive is the fact that it serves as the legal center for the state as a whole.
If you're wondering what the admissions board searches for, it's actually quite simple. ''We base our admissions decisions on several criteria that we use as indicators of good moral character and intellectual promise''. While one's LSAT scores and other academic achievements are important, because there is limited admission, it's important to ensure the right candidates are selected. The average LSAT score is 154 and the average undergraduate GPA was 3.44.
The school's Career Services is committed to helping recent graduates in their pursuit of employment. It works to provide job postings around Montana, provides resources for those looking to relocate out of the state and also provides assistance with preparing resumes and cover letters. There are several career workshops offered throughout the course of the academic year, whereas attorneys from across the state attend.
The University of Montana School of Law remains one of the most well known and highly ranked schools in the country. In 2009, it was ranked #6 for the best value in National Jurist Magazine. For more information on the school, visit the site at UMP.edu/law.
