• Esmeralda Simmons Pre-Law Preparatory Program Application

    Application to our preparatory course for aspiring law students to pursue law school rooted in civil rights and community advocacy. Please submit by March, 6th 2026 at 12:00AM
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  • Year in School (Must be a Junior or Senior to participate in the program)*
  • Please list your High School/GED and all post-secondary institutions you attend or have attended:*
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  • Please submit a 1-2 page personal statement answering the following question:

    Esmeralda Simmons is an internationally recognized civil rights leader and attorney. As the founder of the Center of Law and Social Justice, Ms. Simmons’ work has been steeped in civil rights and social and economic justice.

    a) Please share the way in which civil rights and social or economic justice have influenced your interest in the legal field.

    b) How do you envision a legal education preparing you to address the civil rights and social and economic inequities you care most deeply about? 

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  • Recommendation Letter:

    We require at least one letter of recommendation for the Esmeralda Simmons Pre-law Preparatory Program. Letters should come from individuals who know you and can comment on your academic qualifications as it pertains to the legal field. 

    Choose professors or work supervisors who know you well enough to describe your academic, personal, or professional achievements and potential with candor, detail, and objectivity. 

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