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Program Outlines
Herzing University provides legal studies students with many career options. Our graduates work in law firms and corporate legal departments as well as government agencies as legal assistants, paralegals, research assistants and supervisors.
Note: The American Bar Association does not approve paralegal/legal studies programs that are delivered entirely online. The Associate of Science in Legal Assisting/Paralegal and the Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies are approved by the American Bar Association for classroom delivery at the Atlanta and New Orleans Campus locations of Herzing University only.
Legal Studies Program Comparison Chart
Program availability varies by location.
| Program | Credits | Months |
| Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Legal Assisting/ Paralegal | 63 | 20 |
| Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Legal Studies | 63 | 20 |
| Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies | 126 | 36 |
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Legal Assisting/Paralegal
In this program, students learn about different types of law as well as gain the skills needed to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents. Graduates are prepared to sit for the Certified Legal Assisting and Certified Paralegal exams through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). They are ready for a professional role in any area of law. Download Program Course Sheet
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Legal Studies
In this program, students learn about different types of law as well as gain the skills needed to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents. Graduates are prepared to sit for the Certified Legal Assisting and Certified Paralegal exams through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). They are ready for a professional role in any area of law. Download Program Course Sheet
Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies
Designed to provide students with a more advanced understanding of law, this program also incorporates a selection of core business courses to provide a solid background in management and administration. Graduates are prepared for careers in legal assistance, legal administration, business and management training. This degree is also ideal for those wishing to continue on to law school. Download Program Course Sheet
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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE & ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN LEGAL ASSISTING AND PARALEGAL
CIP Codes:
22.0302
Semesters:
5
Tuition Range:
$28,500-$30,300
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
60
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$22,338.50
On-time Completion:
35.00%
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
76.40%
SOC:
23-2011; 23-2093; 23-2099
Occupational Title:
Paralegals and Legal Assistants; Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers; Legal Support Workers, All Other
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/23-2011.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/23-2093.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/23-2099.00
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LEGAL STUDIES
CIP Codes:
22
Semesters:
9
Tuition Range:
$51,300-$54,540
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
20
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$40,622
On-time Completion:
50.00%
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
53.80%
SOC:
23-2011; 23-2093; 23-2099
Occupational Title:
Paralegals and Legal Assistants; Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers; Legal Support Workers, All Other
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/23-2011.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/23-2093.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/23-2099.00
Our Accreditation
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Learn more about our special undergraduate program and graduate program accreditations.
