Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s degree—University College
Villa Julie

Pre-Law

Bachelor’s degree in practically any field, but those preferred include:
Criminal Justice
Economics
Engineering
English
Forensic Science
History
Jurisprudence
Nursing
Philosophy
Political Science
Sociology
*To be accepted into Law School, the cumulative grade point average (GPA) for the bachelor’s degree should be a 3.0 minimum. The LSAT (examination) score must usually be 150 or better.

The core skills and values that are essential for competent lawyering include: (1) analytic and problem-solving skills; (2) critical reading abilities; (3) writing skills; (4) oral communication and listening abilities; (5) general research skills; (6) task organization and management skills; and (7) the values of serving faithfully the interests of others while also promoting justice. Individuals intending to prepare adequately for legal education and for a career in law or for any other professional service that involves the use of lawyering skills should seek educational, extracurricular, and life experiences to assist in developing such attributes.

Court Administrator

Master’s degree:
Public Administration
Criminal Justice

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