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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Paralegal Studies
Area of study
Law
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Paralegal Studies program at Lewis University prepares students for careers as paralegals, providing them with expertise in the legal system, substantive laws, and legal procedures. Graduates are qualified to perform delegated legal work under the supervision of attorneys, including client/witness interviews, legal research, and document drafting. The program is approved by the American Bar Association and features experienced faculty, a research-based curriculum, and small class sizes for personalized learning.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- paralegals
- Graduates will possess **knowledge and expertise in the legal system, substantive laws, and legal procedures.
- Paralegals perform **functions delegated by attorneys, including client/witness interviews, legal research, and document drafting.
- Typical employment settings for paralegals: **law firms, corporations, government agencies.
- Definition of a paralegal: **qualified by education, training, or work experience and performs delegated legal work for which a lawyer is responsible.
Teaching:
- **Experienced faculty with real-world understanding and connections.
- **Evolving curriculum for practical and career-focused knowledge.
- **Small class sizes for group interaction and dynamic learning.
- **Development of interviewing, writing, research, communication skills, and best practices.
- **Training in Judicial Council form and filing procedures.
Careers:
- **Paralegals are typically employed by lawyers, law offices, corporations, or governmental agencies.
- **Provides a distinct advantage for aspiring law students due to knowledge of legal research, writing, procedures, and contracts.
Other:
- Law School Preparation: The program provides a foundation for students aspiring to attend law school.
- Program website: https://www.lewisu.edu/coess/justice-law-and-public-safety-studies/paralegal-studies-ba/
- Contact information:
- Phone: (815) 838-0500 or (800) 897-9000
- Email: Webmaster@lewisu.edu
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
EU Home Students:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent: Completion of a recognized high school diploma or equivalent qualification is mandatory for all applicants.
- Grade Point Average (GPA): Applicants require a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for consideration.
- Standardized Test Scores: Submission of scores from either the ACT or SAT is typically encouraged.
- Additional Requirements: Depending on your chosen high school curriculum, you may need to demonstrate proficiency in specific subjects like English, mathematics, history, and science.
International Overseas Students (Outside the EU):
- High School Diploma or Equivalent: Similar to EU students, international applicants must possess a recognized high school diploma or equivalent qualification.
- English Language Proficiency: Due to the program's instruction being conducted in English, demonstrating English language proficiency is crucial. Accepted proof of proficiency includes:
- TOEFL iBT: Achieving a minimum score of 80.
- IELTS: Securing a minimum band score of 6.5.
- PTE Academic: Attaining a minimum score of 58.
- Academic Transcript Evaluation: International students must have their academic transcripts evaluated by an accredited agency such as WES or ECE.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
As mentioned above, demonstrating English language proficiency is mandatory for all international students. The acceptable tests and minimum score requirements are:
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 80.
- IELTS: Minimum band score of 6.5.
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