EXPLORING JUSTICE PROGRAM

Learn how YOU can join the criminal justice, legal, and public service fields!

About the Program

Part of SOS's Career Atlas initiative, the Exploring Justice Program explores traditional and non-traditional legal, public service, and criminal justice careers and how students can navigate different pathways into the field.

Program Highlights:

  • Five-day summer program for high school students

  • Site visits to law facilities around San Antonio

  • Hands-on demonstrations and skill-building

  • Feedback from professionals on how to achieve your career goals

  • Lunch and transportation to site visits provided

Interested?

 The 2026 Exploring Justice Program

Location: St. Mary's University- Law School, 1 Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228

Dates: June 8-12, 2026

Cost: $200 (Full and partial financial aid available)

Applications for Summer 2026 are open.

Submit your application by April 30, 2026!

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