Berkeley College
Established in 1931, Berkeley College is a coeducational college specializing in undergraduate Bachelor's and Associate's degrees in business, fashion marketing and management, interior design and a variety of other programs. With seven locations in New York and New Jersey, and a convenient online program, Berkeley is widely recognized for its academic excellence and its career preparation.
Berkeley College, unlike other colleges and universities, offers a unique combination of education and career preparation benefits that provide students with a competitive edge and the skills sought by employers. This combination of benefits is acknowledged to be The Berkeley Advantage® and consists of:
- On-the-job internships as part of the curriculum
- A Bachelor's degree in as little as three years or an Associate's degree in just 18 months
- Online degrees: Bachelor's and Associate's, both part-time and full-time
- Flexible scheduling: day, evening/weekend, and online classes
- More than $31 million each year in Berkeley College grants and scholarships for qualified students
- A tuition freeze for students who maintain continuous, full-time enrollment
- Small classes for more personal attention
- A faculty selected for both academic credentials and professional experience
- An extensive network of employer connections
- More than 20 Career Services professionals who collectively specialize in each field of study and actively pursue job opportunities for each student
- Free lifetime career assistance
- Seven convenient locations in the New York metropolitan area
Garret Mountain Campus
The Garret Mountain campus offers all the amenities of college life. Located on 25 acres of wooded countryside and situated atop Garret Mountain in the suburban West Paterson-Little Falls region, students enjoy the complete college experience with diverse student activities, residence halls, student center, full-service cafeteria, and the friendliness and warmth of the Berkeley community.
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
This six-month, non-credit program for individuals with at least 60 college credits (or an Associate's degree) will prepare you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as a paralegal.
Associate's in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Facing new and unanticipated domestic and international challenges, the American justice system and the roles of agencies and individuals involved in law enforcement are constantly being redefined.
Built on a solid base in business and technology, this program is designed to prepare graduates with the skills required for entry-level positions in a variety of agencies administering justice including local police and corrections departments, state and federal agencies, and private and corporate security operations.
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Paralegals, also known as legal assistants, are individuals qualified to perform law-related work which requires knowledge of legal concepts and procedures and is usually, but not exclusively, performed by lawyers. Under the supervision of a lawyer, a paralegal may analyze legal issues; investigate and evaluate facts; prepare pleadings, contracts, forms, legal memoranda and other documents; interview clients; assist in case management; and perform other duties to assist the lawyer in the delivery of legal services to clients. Areas of practice include litigation, business/corporate, real estate, trusts and estates, family law, criminal law, tax, bankruptcy, immigration, environmental law, collection, employee benefits, computer law, intellectual property, securities, entertainment law and workers compensation.
The program is designed to prepare graduates with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful as entry-level legal assistants; to satisfy the legal community's need for legal assistants who can work independently under the supervision of an attorney; and to satisfy society's need for more comprehensive, efficient and available legal services.
Bachelor's in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Built on a solid base in business and technology, this program is designed to prepare you with the in-depth understanding and practical skills required for successful careers in criminal justice, security and justice administration. With elective courses in specialized areas such as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence, you will have the opportunity to analyze emerging issues in the field and focus your studies in a single area such as policing or security.