Bachelor in Legal Studies - Summerdale - PA - Pennsylvania - Central Pennsylvania College - I970

Central Penn Advantages for Legal Studies Majors

    * Offer paralegals currently employed in the field the opportunity to obtain a bachelors
       degree
    * Gain hands-on experience in legal research, legal writing and through mock trial
    * Learn about substantive and procedural law in a variety of fields including torts,
       contracts, criminal law and procedure, constitutional law,administrative law, civil
       litigation, evidence, alternative dispute resolution, and cyber law
    * Fully stocked on-site law library enhanced by computerized legal research

What kind of work will a Legal Studies graduate do?

Legal studies graduates from Central Penn participate in a variety of occupations with direct impact on the criminal and civil justice system of the United States. They include:

    * Corporate Investigator
    * Judicial Programs Analyst
    * Lobbyist
    * Paralegal, with specializations in - Estate Administration, Corporate Litigation,
       Criminal Law, Federal and State Agencies and General Practice law
    * Claims Adjuster
    * Candidate for acceptance into law school
    * Judicial Assistant
    * Mediator

Admissions Requirements

Due to the academic rigor of this program, a 3.00 GPA is strongly recommended for acceptance, a 2.00 GPA is required.

Legal Internship

Upon completion of your Legal Studies Bachelor's degree program course work, you will participate in a professional internship. This is the last step in your development toward professional success. You will sharpen your skills and personal attributes by directly interacting with legal professionals in a variety of settings, including law firms, agencies and the courts.

Through the years Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many legal professionals across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations.

Who will teach me?

The Legal Studies faculty at Central Pennsylvania College is highly knowledgeable professionals who bring relevant work experience to the classroom. Our professors care about the career success of each student, and they will work with you on an individual basis to help you accomplish your academic goals. These same professors serve as student academic advisors, maintaining personal relationships with students as well as serving as a reference and friend. And because of Central Penn's small class size, you receive the personalized instruction you need to complete your course work in a timely and professional manner.