Good advising is essential for getting a good education and our advisors are dedicated to helping you navigate Rutgers and prepare for life after Rutgers. We can help you with the major or minor in Political Science, the minors in Critical Intelligence Studies and Government & Business, and in helping you prepare for law school.
Advising-Majors & Minors
Dr. Katherine McCabe is the undergraduate Advisor for the Political Science Department at Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Prof. MCabe can answer questions about the political science major, minors, and certificate programs. Schedule an advising appointment with Prof. McCabe
The Department also makes course equivalency decisions for transfer and study abroad students. Please email for inquiries about course equivalencies and include the syllabus for the course you would like to transfer.
Dr. Christine Cahill is the undergraduate program director. Direct any concerns about our instructors and any grade appeals to Dr. Cahill at
Dr. William Field is the undergraduate internship coordinator. Please direct any questions about internships to Dr. Field to .
Prof. Ava Majlesi, JD, is the director of the Critical Intelligence Studies program and the advisor for the minor. Please contact her directly at
Pre-Law Advising
Is law school right for you?
For Current Rutgers University students interested in pursuing a law degree: The Latinx Pre-Law Society (LPLS) is hosting an in-depth tour of Rutgers Law Newark on Friday, October 4th, 2024 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Register to attend here by October 1st!
Pre-Law Advising within the Office of Undergraduate Education provides counsel to students interested in pursuing a law degree upon graduation from Rutgers. Our advisors will guide students throughout their undergraduate career to ensure they are meeting important steps and deadlines and gaining the depth and breadth of experience required for successful admission to law school.
Through the pre-law office, students have access to advising sessions during the fall and spring semesters. They also have access to a variety of resources including a library of law school catalogs and resource materials, statistics about applications and acceptances to law school, an application checklist, and more. VISIT THE PRE-LAW WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS
Dr. Milton Heumann is a Rutgers distinguished professor of Political Science and your primary Pre-Law advisor. Students interested in law school should begin pre-law advisement during their sophomore or junior years.
