Law Pathway
Students interested in the legal field will explore topics such as criminal justice, constitutional law, and legal research. This Pathway includes mock trials, debates, and internships with legal professionals to provide practical experience.
Required Coursework: This list includes all Rosary Academy graduation requirements plus specific requirements to this pathway.
Honors/AP English 4 years
Honors/AP Social Studies 3 years
Introduction to Law 1 semester
Introduction to Criminology 1 semester
Mathematics 3 years
Science 3 years
Religion 4 years
World Language 2 years (same)
Visual/Performing Arts 1 year (sequential)
Physical Education 1 year
Health and Wellness 1 year
Electives 6 semesters
Also Required:
2 additional online courses from Catholic Virtual are required over your 4 years
*Please note there are additional fees for these online courses
*Certification of Completion for these online courses must be turned in to Mrs. Hunt by March of your Senior year
Catholic Virtual course options for the Law Pathway:
- Business Law
- Criminal Justice Operations I
- Communication Skills for Business
- Speech
Additional Requirements to qualify for graduating with this pathway:
- Maintain a weighted GPA of 3.8 or higher for all semesters
- Must be an active member of our Mock Trial team for a minimum of 2 years
- Must participate in an approved internship Junior and Senior year
- Maintain strong attendance/disciplinary record
- Attend Speak to Inspire Events relevant to the Law field
- Submit and present a final portfolio in April of your Senior year
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THESE REQUIREMENTS WILL RESULT IN A PROBATION PERIOD OF ONE SEMESTER FOLLOWED BY DISMISSAL FROM THE ACADEMIC PATHWAY PROGRAM.