(Baton Rouge) – Baton Rouge area high school students interested in exploring careers in law are invited to apply to the 2025 UREC Academy Pre-Law & ACT Prep Institute hosted by Urban Restoration Enhancement Corporation (UREC) in partnership with Southern University Law Center.
The UREC Academy Pre-Law & ACT Prep Institute will take place March 11 – May 8, 2025 at Southern University. During the program, participants will learn about legal and criminal justice systems, gain mock trial experience, network with law professionals, and prepare for the ACT exam.
Interested applicants can REGISTER HERE to submit an online application. There is no cost to participate.
UREC is offering the 2025 Pre-Law & ACT Prep Institute through partnerships with Southern University Law Center, Huey and Angelina Wilson Foundation, and Capital Area United Way. For more information, call (225) 356-8871.
Program Dates:
March 11 – May 8, 2025
Tuesday – Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Some weekend sessions are required.
Location:
Southern University & Virtual
Eligibility:
- Open to high school students in the Baton Rouge area
- 2.5 grade point average or higher
- Must register for the ACT exam scheduled for April 5, 2025
About UREC Academy Trailblazers:
Urban Restoration Enhancement Corporation (UREC), founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization that transforms communities by investing in people and restoring neighborhoods. To prepare youth for college and careers, the UREC Academy Trailblazers initiative hosts after-school and summer institutes for high school students—providing them with pathways to Industry-Based Credentials, college and career readiness opportunities, ACT preparation, and real-world or simulated professional experiences. UREC Academy Trailblazer initiatives include the: Pre-Law, ACT Prep, Certified Nursing Assistant, Entrepreneurship, and Technology institutes.
