News & Announcements

Announcing the Fall 2021 MAPLA Annual Conference Oct 11-21 (Virtual)

Registering for the MAPLA Conference includes MAPLA membership for the 2021-2022 membership year.

Check out the conference schedule here

Thank you RJ!

RJ Holmes-Leopold has left the MAPLA Board for the first time in over a decade. Click here to read the thank you letter from MAPLA President Martha Kirby.

Supporting Pre-law Advisors Across the Midwest

The Midwest Association of Pre-Law Advisors (MAPLA) promotes informed advising of students who are considering a legal career, offering events, resources, and ongoing professional development for new and seasoned advisors.

Caravan

Every fall, the MAPLA caravan brings law school admission representatives to campuses throughout the region. Caravan events are open to … Read MoreCaravan

Conference

The annual MAPLA conference provides ongoing education and professional development for new and seasoned pre-law advisors. This multi-day event is … Read MoreConference

Join MAPLA

Member Benefits MAPLA has several active programs that connect pre-law advisors, law school admission representatives, and LSAC staff including: An … Read MoreJoin MAPLA

Who We Serve

Since its inception in 1975, MAPLA has served as an effective vehicle for communication among professionals involved in pre-law advising and in the law school admissions process. MAPLA members advise students in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.