• Paralegal Careers
• Paralegal Degrees
• Paralegal Associate Degrees
• ABA vs Non-ABA Paralegal Schools
• NFPA PACE Exam Eligibility
• Paralegal Schools in Canada

Finding The Right Paralegal School

There are over 1200 Campus Based and Online paralegal schools to choose from, which can make the process seem a bit overwhelming. Make sure to keep your interests at the forefront during your school selection process. Factors such as your geographic location, your financial situation, the school's accreditation and your future career interests are very important.

Paralegal School Accreditation

Paralegal school approval by the ABA (American Bar Association) can be very important at some law firms and much less important at others. Some law firms consider the reputation of the paralegal school most important in the hiring decision. You should take the initiative to contact employers that interest you to find out what is most important in the paralegal hiring decision. Read more about ABA vs Non-ABA accredited paralegal schools.

Your Geographical Location

Geographic location can often rule out ABA approved schools, since there are only around 250 in the United States. In this case, institutionally accredited schools are another option. Many non-ABA approved paralegal schools offer curriculum that meets the ABA standards, but these schools have decided not to pursue ABA approval based on the expense involved to complete the approval process. The costs of ABA approval at ABA paralegal schools is, often times, passed onto the students through tuition costs. Online paralegal schools are also an option for those that are currently employed or can not conveniently attend class.

Types of Paralegal School Programs

The type of paralegal degree or certificate program you choose depends on your previous work experience and previous education. A paralegal with many years of paralegal experience may want to earn a paralegal certificate to enhance their skills and create career advancement opportunities. Those individuals holding a bachelor's degree in another field and looking to enter the paralegal profession may want to pursue a post-baccalaureate paralegal pathway certificate. A high school graduate may want to earn an associate's or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies. There are various specializations in the paralegal field, such as real estate, family law, social security law and many others.

Accredited Paralegal Schools

We partner with Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies, Colorado Technical University and Everest University Online. These paralegal schools are very reputable and institutionally accredited. Everest College, formerly Florida Metropolitan University, was ranked in the top 100 paralegal schools by www.paralegal100.com. We also work with one ABA approved paralegal program, through the Everest College campus in Phoenix, AZ. Click here to request free information from the Everest College, Phoenix Paralegal Associate's program.

Paralegal Schools

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Colorado Technical University/Stonecliffe College: Stonecliffe College Online offers one of the most up to date and accredited paralegal associate degree programs in the country. Students are educated in document organization systems, handling document production, how to write legal correspondence and other relevant skills necessary for paralegal career preparation. Colorado Technical University paralegal programs are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam, with the required work experience.

A.S. Paralegal Studies

Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies: The Kaplan University School of Legal Studies is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, which is recognized by the NFPA and NALA. In addition to meeting the NFPA and NALA work experience requirements, graduates of the Kaplan University paralegal programs will be eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam. Request no obligation information from these paralegal programs today.

AAS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
BSPS Alternative Dispute Resolution
BSPS Corporate Law
BSPS Employment Law
BSPS Family Law
BSPS Legal Technology
BSPS Office Management
BSPS Personal Injury
BSPS Real Estate Law
BSPS Social Security Law
Post-Baccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate
Advanced Start in BS Paralegal Studies

Everest University Online: The Everest College Online paralegal associate and bachelor degree programs are widely recognized for graduating some of the most qualified and successful paralegals in the country. Everest College, formerly known as Florida Metropolitan University, ranked in the top 100 paralegal schools by www.paralegal100.com. Everest College Online is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, which with the required work experience, makes graduates eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam.

Paralegal Associate's Degree
Paralegal Bachelor's Degree

Everest College Campuses: Everest College Campuses offers paralegal programs at multiple locations in the United States. Everest College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The Everest College, Phoenix Campus is the only campus program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA).

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