College is weird especially if you do not feel fully comfortable with your major or your plans for the future. If you are a senior this year and thought about going to law school, but hesitant if you will even make it. Do not freak out - law school is not for everyone and it is alright. Law school does not require for students to have degrees focused in law, be different and explore the different courses offered at your school. Feel confident about your major and honestly imagine yourself in law. Question the work load, the amount of time focused studying intensively the cases and the textbooks.
Realistically, law school is not like "Legally Blonde," in fact, law school will probably make you want to cry and question all your life decisions. Plus, with the different specialties within law it opens your perspectives in this career. Know your passion, sit down and research the schools and specializations. Have a honest conversation with colleagues, professors, or even friends to help you narrow your decisions. Additionally, not choosing law school does not make weak besides it shows that you understand where your passions lie and you can project that energy into something you will truly enjoy.
Being a lawyer may not make you personally happy. If you want to go to law school for your parents, don't bother. Do not do something to please others — follow your dreams and if that so happens to be law then fantastic! There are countless stories from people who regretted law school because they felt like they had to accomplish something; however, the opposite could be said from people who enjoyed their experience in law and all the challenges it came with.
Of course, law is not easy and will not be an easy journey. It comes with the challenges and the cold calls even the weird curving grading system. If you are a senior and junior now, make a decision, start studying or applying. However, if you feel unsure still take a gap year. There is no shame in that, you can study longer and ace the LSAT with confidence without feeling pressured.
Law school has its pros and cons, but it is something that you need to feel confident about. Do the research and put in the work! Find schools that cater to your need. Don't stress and plan ahead!
