Associate

Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies

The Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies trains students in the paralegal field. Credits may be credited toward the Bachelorof Science in Paralegal Studies should you decide to go on for further study. Some courses are available via distance education, but in accordance with ABA requirements, a minimum of 10 semester credits of legal specialty courses must be taken in a traditional classroom setting (face-to-face). Paralegals are prohibited from the practice of law except when allowed by law or court rule.

Required Courses (22 credits)

Major Electives (3 credits)
Select one course in Paralegal Studies course electives.

University General Education Requirement (21 credits)
Includes a variety of liberal arts electives

Additional Electives (15 credits)

Total Credits required to graduate 61