CLA Variable Unit Courses

Looking for a great upper-division class for Fall 2025?

Take 1, 2, or all 3 one unit courses. Each course is 5 weeks. Classes are Credit/No Credit Grading.

C/LA 390 Career Readiness

TU / TH 12:30am – 1:45pm

Face to Face – On Campus (LAB-126)

Instructor: Dr. Muller

C/LA 390A

Exploring Careers

Class #7393

  • WEEKS 1 - 5: 8/25/25 - 9/26/25
  • Investigate Career Goals
  • Refine Professional Skills & Resumes
  • Conduct a Successful Job Search
C/LA 390B

Develop a Professional Profile

Class #5230

  • WEEKS 6 - 10: 9/29/25 - 10/31/25
  • Gain Networking Practice
  • Use Digital Platforms to Job Search
  • Create Personal Statements & Cover Letters
C/LA 390C

Preparing for Interviews

Class #5231

  • WEEKS 11 - 15: 11/3/25 - 12/10/25
  • Practice Interview Techniques
  • Discover How to Dress for Success
  • Develop Impressive Thank You Notes

C/LA 392 Graduate School Readiness

M 12:30am – 1:45pm

Hybrid – Face to Face & Online (SPA-108)

Instructor: Dr. Woodward

C/LA 392A

Exploring Grad School & Careers

Class #6224

  • WEEKS 1 - 5: 8/25/25 - 9/26/25
  • Gap Year or Graduate School?
  • What to Know About Graduate School
  • Financial Costs and Benefits
C/LA 392B

Develop a Grad School Plan

Class #6225

  • WEEKS 6 - 10: 9/29/25 - 10/31/25
  • Researching Graduate Degrees and Programs
  • Explore Where (and When) to Apply
  • How to Request Recommendation Letters
C/LA 392C

Preparing Your Application

Class #6226

  • WEEKS 11 - 15: 11/3/25 - 12/10/25
  • Create an Academic Resume or CV
  • Write Your Personal Statement
  • Develop a Personal Educational and Career Plan

C/LA 394 Law School Readiness

M / W 2:00 – 3:15pm

Face to Face – On Campus (SPA-209)

Instructor: Dr. Whitehead

C/LA 394A

Preparing for Law School

Class #9016

  • WEEKS 1 - 5: 8/25/25 - 9/26/25
  • Courses, Grading, & Work Opportunities
  • Understanding Legal Fields & Practice
  • Assessing the Job Market
C/LA 394B

Be A Successful Applicant

Class #9017

  • WEEKS 6 - 10: 9/29/25 - 10/31/25
  • The Application Process
  • Finalizing Schools & LSAT Exam
  • Personal Statements & Recommendations
C/LA 394C

Admissions & Financial Aid

Class #9018

  • WEEKS 11 - 15: 11/3/25 - 12/10/25
  • Costs, Scholarships, Grants, & Loans
  • Admission Decisions & Disappointments
  • Negotiating with Law Schools