Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies
The paralegal studies program provides educational preparation for individuals to serve as paralegals or legal assistants. In keeping with the demands of professionalism, the paralegal program consists of specialized
course work and a supervised externship in selected legal settings both
public and private, such as police administration, law firms, real estate
companies, title companies, bank and trust agencies, and judicial offices.
Extensive practical training prepares graduates, under the supervision of
an attorney, to perform most of the functions in a legal office, including
but not limited to, interviewing clients and preparing legal documents and
cases for trial with the exceptions that they cannot give legal advice, set
fees, or represent clients in court.
| Prereq Degree |
High school diploma or equivalent (GED). |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
The majority of credits toward any graduate or
post-graduate degree program must be earned
at South University. Credit for transfer work
will be given if the courses were taken at an
accredited collegiate institution, the course is
equivalent to courses offered at South Univer-
sity, and the course carries a grade of “B” or
better. All transfer credit will be reviewed and
approved by the Dean, College of Business,
and the Department Chair of the respective
academic department. Students may transfer
up to three courses. |
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Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies
This program provides students with a broad academic background in general education, fundamental theoretical legal concepts, and practical applications. The coursework emphasizes development of keen analytical and reasoning skills, as well as foster sensitivity to cultural and political diversity. Graduate students will be prepared for challenging assignments, including investigating cases, researching the law, and preparing documents for litigation or business transactions, while working under the supervision of an attorney.
International admissions requirements
Applicants must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (e.g., GED). They should possess a minimum combined SAT I score of 900, a combined ACT score of 19, or a satisfactory score on the University-administered admissions examination. International students must demonstrate competence in the English language by fulfilling a minimum score of 550 on the written and 213 on the computer based test of TOEFL.
The courses are as follows: Area I Core Curriculum (88 credits): Business Foundation , Approved Business Elective (4) ,UVC1010 Keyboarding I (4) ,UVC1021 Introduction to Word Processing (4) ,BUS2023 Business Communications (4) , ITS1000 Computer and Internet Literacy (4) ,BUS2021 Spreadsheet and Database Applications (4) ,BUS1038 Business Law I (4) ,BUS2038 Business Law II (4) ,Mathematics/Science ,BIO1020 Biology I (4) ,BIO1021 Biology II (4) ,MAT1001 Intermediate Algebra (4) ,MAT1002 College Mathematics (4) , Humanities ,SPC1026 Public Speaking (4) ,ENG1001 Composition I/Essay (4) ,ENG1002 Composition II/Literature (4) ,ENG2001 Composition III (4) ,Humanities elective (select one:) ENG2002 World Literature (4) , PHI2301 Introduction to Philosophy (4) , Social Science , PSY1001 General Psychology (4) ,SOC1001 Introduction to Sociology (4) , POL2076 American Government (4) ,Personal Development UVC1000 Strategies for Success (4) , Approved Elective (4) ,Area II Major Curriculum (92 credits) , Legal Studies Foundation ,LGS1001 Introduction to Paralegalism (4) ,LGS1004 Torts and Remedies (4).
| Prereq Degree |
High school diploma or equivalent (GED). |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
The majority of credits toward any graduate or
post-graduate degree program must be earned
at South University. Credit for transfer work
will be given if the courses were taken at an
accredited collegiate institution, the course is
equivalent to courses offered at South Univer-
sity, and the course carries a grade of “B” or
better. All transfer credit will be reviewed and
approved by the Dean, College of Business,
and the Department Chair of the respective
academic department. Students may transfer
up to three courses. |
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