Quick facts about the online Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies program
| Format | 100% online coursework culminating in a capstone project or internship |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Curriculum functions as skills preparation for many types of jobs, or a pre-law degree preparing students to apply for law school in the future |
| Transfer credit | Transfer up to 93 approved credits from prior college coursework |
| Certification | Prep for the Certified Paralegal Examination (NALA) |
| Accreditation | Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
| QuickPaths | Earn dual credit towards an MBA program; transfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University |
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Follow your passion for law and justice and discover fulfilling new career possibilities
The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree is a 125-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a variety of entry-level careers in legal studies. The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in legal research, contract law, family law, law office procedures, ethics, torts, and much more.
Put your strong interest in law into practice as a professional. Apply your learning in several different types of legal jobs or build a foundation in pre-law and prepare to apply for law school. It’s your unique career pathway, and our online school exists to help you find the educational pathway that’s right for you.
Career-focused curriculum
Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.
Flexible schedule
You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Virtual services
Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
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The Student Experience at Herzing
I had a great experience, and the program flowed smoothly.
Savannah Williamson
Legal Studies | Online CampusI’ve always wanted to help individuals and families in need. When looking for online schools, I stumbled across Herzing. All the criminal justice courses that I took made me realize that a career helping people is absolutely what I wanted to do with my life.
Tiffany Stevers
Legal Studies | Online CampusI’m so proud of myself for making it to where I am today – a graduate!
James Gilley
Legal Studies | Online CampusI learned a lot while I was a student at Herzing. My office management classes were extremely helpful, especially since I now work for an attorney that mostly works in family law. Hands down, my internship was the most important part of my journey. It allowed me to show what I knew and learned in my field while providing new experiences along the way.
Hannah Wunstell
Legal Studies | Online CampusI've always dreamed about making a difference in the justice system, and I believe that earning my degree in criminal justice will allow me to make a difference not only in my community, but in the world.
Keyona Perkins
Legal StudiesAccreditation & Disclosures
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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