Bachelor of Arts
Law, Politics, and Society
Law, Politics and Society focuses on the role of law in local, national, and international society.
Is This Program for Me?
Are you passionate about justice, civic engagement, and how legal systems shape society? Do you see yourself advocating for others, shaping policy, or working in law, government, or public service? If you're driven to make a meaningful impact through policy reform, advocacy, or public leadership, your path starts here. Samford’s Law, Politics, and Society program equips you with the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation to lead change and serve with purpose in today’s complex world.
This program is a great fit for students who are:
- Interested in law, legal systems, and social justice
- Preparing for law school or careers in public policy, advocacy, or politics
- Curious about the connections between law and disciplines like history, economics, philosophy, journalism, and sociology
- Eager to gain real-world experience through internships, legal research, and civic engagement
What Makes Us Different?
Samford’s interdisciplinary approach gives Law, Politics and Society majors a holistic understanding of legal systems within broader political and social contexts. The program draws on faculty expertise across the university, including access to Samford’s Cumberland School of Law, and emphasizes mentorship, practical experience, and preparation for law school and beyond.
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Explore jurisprudence, ethics, legal history, criminology, international law, legal communication, and more across disciplines like political science, history, philosophy, and communication studies.
Access to Law School Faculty
Through a unique connection with Cumberland School of Law, students benefit from law faculty input and prelaw preparation resources.
Hands-On Experience
Opportunities include internships with local law firms, government offices, and nonprofits, as well as the annual Washington Careers trip to meet legal and policy professionals in our nation's capital.
Mock Trial and Legal Advocacy
Join one of the region’s strongest undergraduate mock trial teams to sharpen your courtroom presence, legal reasoning, and communication skills.Shape Your Academic Journey
Whether you plan to pursue law school, graduate study, or public service, you’ll graduate with a well-rounded liberal arts education grounded in legal knowledge.
Students Will Learn How To
- Analyze legal systems and their role in society
- Evaluate ethical and philosophical foundations of law
- Understand the impact of laws across national and international contexts
- Communicate persuasively in writing and oral argument
- Apply legal knowledge in real-world scenarios through research, internships, and extracurricular activities
Prepare to Succeed
Graduates of Samford’s International Relations program are equipped with the knowledge, practical skills, and global perspective to thrive in a range of fields, from public service and law to humanitarian work and international business.
Career Opportunities
- Law
- Government Service
- Social Justice and Policy Advocacy
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
- Political and Legal Journalism
- Business and Compliance Roles
Internships
Students gain experience through placements in law offices, courts, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations
Faculty Mentorship
Ongoing support from professors in political science, prelaw advising, and across disciplines
Extracurricular Leadership
Participation in mock trial, debate, and Washington D.C. career programs enhances leadership, legal skills, and networking
“The LPS program gave me so much experience with academic writing which allowed me to get really involved with the Civil Rights Law Journal. I couldn’t have done it without the writing opportunities at Samford.”
—Emory Bradford ’23
