About the course

A degree in Professional Legal Studies prepares students to become part of a vital and growing profession working within their communities to pursue justice, provide social and legal services, and protect basic human rights. Graduates are employed in private law practice, court services, corporate legal departments, mortgage and title companies, legal education, government and political offices, non-profit organizations, law enforcement/corrections, real estate sales, property management, and human resources. The degree also provides unique preparation for students interested in graduate or law school. The curriculum is student-centered and employment-focused. It combines instruction in hard and soft skills, legal theory and service learning. Starting in Fall 2020 the major in Professional Legal Studies will require a minimum of 42 semester hours. Professional Legal Studies majors are required to have a minor or second major in another academic discipline. For additional information on the requirements for the Professional Legal Studies major. Paralegals, also called legal assistants, work in a wide range of professional settings and are an integral part of the legal team. Under the direct supervision of attorneys, paralegals perform legal research, legal writing, litigation management and support, and legal technology support. The mission of the Professional Legal Studies Program is to engage students in the scholarly pursuit of the law and its practice. The Program is committed to provide students with knowledge of procedural and substantive law and a professional skill set that will prepare them for employment in a changing and competitive legal environment. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$110,592

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Bowling Green
Summer (May), 2024	Bowling Green
Fall (August), 2024	Bowling Green
Spring (January), 2025	Bowling Green
Summer (May), 2025	Bowling Green
Fall (August), 2025	Bowling Green
Spring (January), 2026	Bowling Green
Summer (May), 2026	Bowling Green

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Kentucky University

Official Academic Records from schools attended with grades and any degrees/diplomas/certificates received. Should also include a literal English translation.

　　Minimum academic requirements: Freshmen: 2.5 GPA

　　English proficiency requirements (one of the following):

　　TOEFL (TIBT): 71 or higher

　　TOEFL (Paper or Computer based): 525- paper based

　　197- computer based

　　IELTS: 6.0 or higher

　　SAT Critical Reading ? 450

　　SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing ? 460

　　DuoLingo - 100 DET for one-semester Pathway program, 90 DET for two-semester Pathway program

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 71.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Western Kentucky University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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