History has shown us that higher education tends to become more popular during downturns in the economy, however, in some parts of the country, it seems to have taken a little longer this time than most experts predicted. As the recession continues, many in the work force are finding that there is a lack of good jobs which has resulted in an increase in applications to the University of San Francisco School of Law. In addition there has been a growing interest in graduate programs and law schools across the U.S., with many others seeing an increase in applications. October 2009 also saw a 20% increase in people taking the Law School Admission Test over the prior year, which is a prerequisite to most law schools. Overall there was a 13% increase in people taking the Graduate Record Examination in 2009, which is a prerequisite to most graduate programs. Many may think that interest for graduate school increases every year, but in fact it was down in 2008 which shows the lag in people feeling the economic crash. The dean of the University of San Francisco School of Law, Jeffrey S. Brand, was reported saying “I think the crash was so severe that people were kind of catatonic…They weren’t sure what to do. They’re coming out of that mode now.”
The University of San Francisco School of Law had a 35% increase in applications, which was among the largest increases at law schools in California. Not only are people with significant work experience looking for a graduate or law degree, but also recent California college graduates who are having difficulty getting a good job. Furthering your education during rough economic times is a great way to ensure that you are prepared and marketable in the job market when the economy improves.
Tags: California Economy, California Universities, University of San Francisco, University of San Francisco School of Law
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