• 10002198
  • Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services
Purdue University Global

Provider Information

Purdue University

Provider Location

2550 Northwestern Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47906
www.purdueglobal.edu
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Summary

Description

Instructors must possess an academic degree relevant to what they are teaching and at least one level above the level at which they teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or when equivalent experience is established.

 

If a faculty member holds a master’s degree or higher in a discipline or subfield other than that in which he or she is teaching, that faculty member must have completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield in which they teach. Instructors teaching in graduate programs should hold the terminal degree determined by the discipline and have a record of research, scholarship, or achievement appropriate for the graduate program.

Description and Outcomes

The Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services program is designed to offer a broad-based foundation in the knowledge of the law and other related practical study areas, in conjunction with the practical and technical skills and competencies required of various professions in the legal field. Comprehensive study in areas such as legal research and writing, American justice system, legal ethics, legal philosophy, and various legal disciplines help prepare you for diverse career opportunities.

If you are interested in pursuing occupational advancement or seeking employment in legal support environments, including private law firms, corporations, and government agencies, consider this program. Duties may include providing support during legal proceedings, investigation, preparing various documents, managing technology, and researching and assessing legal issues.

If you have already completed an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, you may be eligible for degree requirements to be waived and replaced with advanced start credit. Refer to Advanced Start Credit in Bachelor’s Degrees for details.

Concentration

The bachelor's degree program offers you the opportunity to personalize a degree with a concentration in the paralegal profession.

Accelerated Master's Degree Options

If you are interested in earning a master's degree in human services, legal studies, psychology, or public administration, consider an accelerated master's degree option. Refer to the Progression Requirements section for details.

Program Length

The Bachelor of Science in Legal Support and Services program consists of a minimum of 180 quarter credit hours. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a bachelor of science degree.

Program Outcomes

Discipline-Specific Outcomes

  1. Theory and Principles: Explain the elements of specific areas of law.
  2. Research: Apply relevant primary and secondary legal sources to specific fact scenarios.
  3. Investigation: Investigate using exploratory techniques in the legal profession.
  4. Communications: Draft communications using legal sources from specific areas of law.
  5. Critical Thinking: Argue legal theories and the practices of various societal institutions.
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22.0302
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Purdue Global's Admissions Requirements may be viewed at the following link: www.purdueglobal.edu.

The deadlines are dependent upon which Track (A, B, or C) and term the student chooses to start. Academic Calendars are posted online at www.purdueglobal.edu.

 

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Admissions

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  • Online
  • 4 year(s)
  • 180 academic credit hours
  • 100%
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Financial Information

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

  • Federal Gift Aid (Pell Grant)
  • Federal Student Loan (Stafford)
  • G. I. Bill
  • Institutional Gift Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
  • Local Gift Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
  • State Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
  • Work Study Programs
  • No

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