Northwestern Work Experience

radpatel97

I have read about Northwestern accepting students with one or more years of work experience. Does anyone know what kind of work experience? I have had two 4 month internships relating to accounting/law and have also served as a tutor for over a year. However, I was wondering whether the work experience they look for has to be all law related.

Gladiator_2017

I recently attended a law school admissions panel discussion where Northwestern was present. They stated that work experience doesn't need to be law related. When attendees followed up and asked what type was "best" their answer was: just do something you're truly passionate/interested in.

Leah M B

No, it doesn't have to be law related. It's more that they like students who have 1+ years of full time, post-college work experience. But that doesn't mean K-JDs aren't accepted - they are. But it's a little friendlier to older folks who have more full time experience, and it doesn't have to be related to law.

radpatel97

This was really helpful. Thank you!