Paralegal Studies
This program is designed to give you a specific certification that can be immediately applied to your career.
What You'll Learn
Refine analytical and organizational skills vital to legal team success.
Get the knowledge and experience to step confidently into the legal field. You’ll study how to conduct legal research, draft documents, and support attorneys in a variety of practice areas. Local law firms, corporations, and government offices rely on skilled paralegals who understand the details of legal procedure and communication. This certificate helps you launch or advance a career that combines precision, professionalism, and purpose.
Where You’ll Go
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Salary information presented are estimates and can be different for each individual based on education, experience, and the specific employer. Labor market data is based on 2021 estimates derived from Lightcast (Career Coach | Lightcast)
The careers listed above are just a starting point. Our programs mix together important concepts and hands-on skills—but that doesn’t mean your future has to follow the same script. Find out more at Career Exploration & Support.
Program Requirements
To graduate [ 33 credits + 2.0 GPA or higher ]
Additional Details:
- To be admitted into this program, a student must have already earned a baccalaureate degree.
- For any course requirement waived, another course must be substituted, chosen with the approval of the program chair.
- CRJU205, PARC205, PARC213, PARC215, PARC225 are offered fall semesters only
- BUAD202, PARA206, PARC210, PARC216 & PARC220 are offered spring semesters only.