Kaplan University offers a broad selection of programs that
address the career goals of working adults from a variety of
professional disciplines. We offer certificate, associate's, and
bachelor's degrees in business, criminal justice, paralegal
studies and information technology that prepare students to be
effective in their careers. Our emphasis is on real-world
knowledge and skill development.
Kaplan offers fully online programs as well as distance learning
programs, offering flexibility and convenience for busy students.
Online courses are designed in weekly units that include a
variety of activities (both online and off) prescribed by the
instructor, including readings, lectures, web field trips,
participation in group activities and online discussions and
quizzes and tests.
Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission
of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).
This online associate's degree provides the student with a solid
foundation in paralegal studies and a liberal arts knowledge
base. Comprehensive study in areas such as legal research, civil
litigation, contracts and criminal law prepares the student for
diverse career opportunities. Students enroll in this program to
pursue occupational advancement or to seek employment in legal
environments, including private law firms, corporations and
governmental agencies.
Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies (Online)
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If you already have your associate's or bachelor's degree, our
online advanced start program can help you earn a Bachelor of
Science in Legal Studies online in under two years. Prepare for
law school, or achieve professional success in an existing or
future career. A capstone course is required for graduation from
the degree program and three capstone options are available: an
internship, thesis or comprehensive exam.
Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies (Online)
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If you already have your associate's degree, the Advanced Start
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies will give you the
qualifications you need to increase your marketability in today's
job market, as well as your income.
Our innovative program combines the career-oriented focus of a
two-year degree with the academic curriculum of a four-year
program, offering you the flexibility of joining the workforce
while pursuing your lifelong goals. This bachelor's degree
program prepares you for advancement in paralegal studies with
the knowledge, communication skills, critical thinking and
technical competencies required in the modern workplace. This
degree accommodates both the student whose immediate educational
goals are satisfied by the completion of a bachelor's degree, and
the student who is planning to pursue graduate-level education in
the paralegal studies field.
The following tracks available:
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Corporate Law
- Employment Law
- Family Law
- Legal Technology
- Office Management
- Personal Injury
- Real Estate Law
- Social Security Law
This degree program is for students who already hold an AAS, AS
or AA degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college
and who want to earn a four-year degree in order to advance a
career in paralegal studies or to make a career change. The
Advanced Start Bachelor of Science consists of a minimum of 180
quarter credit hours.
Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies (Online)
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Earn your pre-law degree--online. Prepare for law school, or
achieve professional success in an existing or future career in
business, government, health care or the service industry. Our
program emphasizes the basics of the American legal system, while
developing your communication, critical thinking and research
skills. A capstone course is required for graduation from the
degree program and three capstone options are available: an
internship, thesis or comprehensive exam.
You can also choose health care as a concentration within the
Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies program.
Disclaimer: While many of Kaplan University's degree
programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued
graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot
guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate
or doctoral programs.
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies (Online)
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If you want to pursue or advance a career as a paralegal, the
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program will help you
meet your career goals. This degree program provides a solid
foundation in the law and paralegal skills, built upon a broad
liberal arts knowledge base. Graduates of this program may pursue
career opportunities or job advancement in a legal environment
such as a private law firm, corporate law department, or local,
state, or federal agency where duties may include assisting with
litigation preparation, document supervision, aiding attorneys in
courtroom proceedings, and researching legal issues. The student
will gain research and analytical skills along with technical
competencies in various specialized areas of law.
The following tracks are available:
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Corporate Law
- Employment Law
- Family Law
- Legal Technology
- Office Management
- Personal Injury
- Real Estate Law
- Social Security Law
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Pathway to Paralegal (Online)
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Add paralegal certification to your bachelor's degree. If you've
earned a BA or BS from an accredited college or university, our
new certificate program is a time-saving way to begin a career in
the paralegal profession, and will provide a foundation to become
a certified legal assistant. You will learn how to communicate in
a legal environment, conduct legal research and evaluate legal
sources. You will also learn to apply concepts to relevant legal
arguments and examine ethics in legal environments.
Master of Science in Legal Studies
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By earning a Master of Science in Legal Studies online, you can
prepare yourself for a career that requires a strong
understanding of the law and its interaction with societal
institutions. That covers a lot of ground, since most every
business and organization in America deals with many types of
legal issues.
You'll gain the knowledge and skills it takes to access the law
and legal system, understand legal terminology and apply the law
in a wide variety of settings. All without the pressure of law
school and the bar exam!
Our online program is designed for busy, working adults like you.
Students come from diverse career and cultural backgrounds. The
only prerequisite for is a bachelor's degree (in any subject)
from a regionally-accredited institution.
The master's in legal studies curriculum is "outcome-oriented",
which means we challenge you with real-world experiences that
require relevant, hands-on skills. Each course includes a clearly
defined set of goals, so you always know what's expected of you
and how you're doing. Class sizes are small, to let us track your
success more closely.
The Master of Science in Legal Studies was created by national
leaders in law, social science and teaching, and is guided by a
National Advisory Board of subject matter experts in a wide
variety of law-related areas.
