About the course

There’s a lot of work that goes into assisting lawyers as they prepare for hearings, trials, and other court-related processes. Many of these responsibilities aren’t handled by attorneys themselves, but by highly trained legal assistants who’ve earned a paralegal degree and possess the knowledge and requisite skills to conduct legal research, draft documents, and keep complex files organized.

　　National University’s Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program is designed to prepare you to develop into an indispensable member of a legal team. Our skilled faculty will help you become proficient in understanding legal terminology, identifying legal issues, applying basic legal analysis, and conducting legal research using traditional and online methods.

　　Our ABA-approved paralegal program combines a comprehensive academic curriculum with practical education to prepare you for the role of the paralegal in a legal environment. Earn your BS in Paralegal Studies and prepare for a fast-paced, dynamic career in the legal field. This program is offered online and onsite in the Los Angeles Region. 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: Not available

Intake	Location
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Fresno
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Rancho Cordova
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Los Angeles
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Costa Mesa
Open intake available until (December), 2023	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2023	La Mesa
Open intake available until (December), 2023	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Chula Vista
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Oxnard
Open intake available until (December), 2023	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Henderson
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Stockton
Open intake available until (December), 2023	San Jose
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Bakersfield
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Woodland Hills
Fall (September), 2024	Rancho Cordova
Fall (September), 2024	Woodland Hills
Fall (September), 2024	Costa Mesa
Fall (September), 2024	San Diego
Fall (September), 2024	Stockton
Fall (September), 2024	Bakersfield
Fall (September), 2024	La Mesa
Fall (September), 2024	San Diego
Fall (September), 2024	San Jose
Fall (September), 2024	Los Angeles
Fall (September), 2024	Chula Vista
Fall (September), 2024	San Diego
Fall (September), 2024	Oxnard
Fall (September), 2024	Henderson
Fall (September), 2024	Fresno
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Fresno
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Costa Mesa
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Rancho Cordova
Open intake available until (December), 2024	San Jose
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Stockton
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Bakersfield
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Los Angeles
Open intake available until (December), 2024	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2024	La Mesa
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Chula Vista
Open intake available until (December), 2024	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Oxnard
Open intake available until (December), 2024	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Henderson
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Woodland Hills
Fall (September), 2025	Fresno
Fall (September), 2025	Costa Mesa
Fall (September), 2025	Rancho Cordova
Fall (September), 2025	Stockton
Fall (September), 2025	San Jose
Fall (September), 2025	Woodland Hills
Fall (September), 2025	Bakersfield
Fall (September), 2025	Los Angeles
Fall (September), 2025	San Diego
Fall (September), 2025	La Mesa
Fall (September), 2025	San Diego
Fall (September), 2025	Chula Vista
Fall (September), 2025	Oxnard
Fall (September), 2025	San Diego
Fall (September), 2025	Henderson
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Fresno
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Costa Mesa
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Rancho Cordova
Open intake available until (December), 2025	San Jose
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Stockton
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Los Angeles
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Woodland Hills
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Bakersfield
Open intake available until (December), 2025	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2025	La Mesa
Open intake available until (December), 2025	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Chula Vista
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Oxnard
Open intake available until (December), 2025	San Diego
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Henderson

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for National University

For Bachelor’s applicants: Official high school transcripts and mark sheets (and certified English translations, if applicable), Official high school diploma/proof of graduation (and certified English translations, if applicable), Official post-secondary transcripts and diplomas if post-secondary schooling was pursued by applicant (and certified English translations, if applicable) , TOEFL Internet-based Test – 70, Ielts – 5.5, paper based test- 525

　　

English language requirements

　　5.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 70.0

　　

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 National University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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