Legal Studies & History, Minor
The University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and the College of Arts and Sciences are pleased to offer a unique program of study for undergraduate students that enables them to explore multiple perspectives on law as an inter-school supplement to their major field of study.
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| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Studies and History Minor Requirements | ||
| Required Courses | 3 | |
| History of American Law to 1877 | ||
| History of American Law Since 1877 | ||
| Law and Social Values | ||
| Philosophical Foundations of Law (choose 1): | 1 | |
| Foundations of Law | ||
| Taking Things: A History of Property and Law | ||
| Medieval Justice | ||
| The Social Contract | ||
| Philosophy of Law | ||
| Justice, Law and Morality | ||
| Economics and Theories of Fairness (SNF Paideia Program Course) | ||
| Law and Economics | ||
| American Political Thought | ||
| Political & Institutional Context of Law (choose 1): | 1 | |
| American Slavery and the Law | ||
| Hamilton's America: US History 1754-1804 | ||
| Native American History | ||
| Transformations of Urban America: Making the Unequal Metropolis, 1945 to Today | ||
| A Nation of Immigrants Reconsidered | ||
| Bodies, Race and Rights: Sex and Citizenship in Modern American History | ||
| U.S. Politics and Society since the 1960s: From Civil Rights to the Trump Right | ||
| Free Speech and Censorship | ||
| Capitalism, Socialism, and Crisis in the 20th Century Americas | ||
| The History of Family Separation | ||
| Immigration and the Making of US Law | ||
| American Political Thought | ||
| Law and Society | ||
| Legal Depth (choose 3): | 3 | |
| American Public Policy through an Economic Lens | ||
| Business in the Global Political Environment. | ||
| Ethics and Social Responsibility | ||
| Law of Corporate Management and Finance | ||
| Real Estate Law | ||
| Antitrust and Big Tech | ||
| The Law at Work: Employment Law for Managers | ||
| Legal Aspect of Entrepreneurship | ||
| Environmental Management: Law & Policy | ||
| Emerging Economies | ||
| Diversity and the Law | ||
| Law and Policy in International Business | ||
| Internet Law, Privacy, and Cybersecurity | ||
| Human Rights and Globalization | ||
| Sports Law | ||
| Other People's Money: The Law, Politics, and History of Financial Institutions | ||
| Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies: Business, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations | ||
| Corporate Distress and Reorganization Law | ||
| Total Course Units | 8 | |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.