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  • Gain comprehensive skills from legal experts who are well-versed in the needs of the tri-county area, including criminal, immigration, bankruptcy, family and estate law.
  • Learn where you want with a completely online class format that begins in the fall.
  • Benefit from real-world experience and build your resume through an optional internship, where you’ll work in a legal setting preparing documents and assisting an with attorney organization, client meetings and research.
  • Graduate fully prepared to start a rewarding and successful career as a paralegal.
Program Credits
60
LOCATION
Online
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST
Tuition & Fees: $9,985
Books and Supplies: N/A
Start Dates
Fall
Salary Outlook
$50,003
Career Opportunities:
Paralegal, Court Clerk, Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Law Office Manager

Legal Studies/Paralegal Career Pathway

Career Pathways are designed to help you reach your educational goals and explore college and career options. Pathways are made up of related certificates, diplomas and degrees that build on common skills and knowledge. You can begin at any point on the Career Pathway and customize your pathway to fit your goals. View the pathway for your area of interest.

There are many opportunities, both in high school and through previous college, work, and/or military experience, to earn credit for prior learning at Gateway.

Associate degrees are typically completed in two years by full-time students and combine hands-on technical skills with general education. Associate degree opportunities in this pathway include:

Legal Studies/Paralegal

Prepare to enter your exciting new career, or choose to continue your education with another Gateway program or by transferring your credits to a four-year college or university.