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Columbia Legal Studies Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Program Description

Looking for legal studies bachelor’s degree programs in the Columbia area? Consider South University – Columbia. The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina, can provide you with a broad academic background in general education, fundamental theoretical legal concepts, and practical applications. This program is designed for the student who clearly shows potential for a career in the legal field. As a graduate, you can 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 a licensed attorney.

The coursework emphasizes development of keen analytical and critical thinking skills while fostering sensitivity to cultural and political diversity. Graduates of the Legal Studies degree program may become paralegals in law firms, banks, insurance companies, governmental agencies and corporations. A paralegal is a person who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. Paralegals and legal assistants may not give legal advice, set fees, or represent clients in court. All students in our Legal Studies programs receive instruction in legal ethics and how to avoid the unauthorized practice of law.

This program is approved by the American Bar Association. The partially online format for the Legal Studies degree program is available through our Savannah campus.

The ABA has approved the South University Paralegal and Legal Studies Programs at Savannah, GA., Montgomery, AL., West Palm Beach, FL., and Columbia, SC. Legal and Paralegal Studies programs offered at our Novi, Richmond and Virginia Beach campuses will not be eligible to apply for ABA approval until they have graduates and have been operating for at least two years. Only the South University program at Savannah has had courses approved in an alternative (online) delivery format by the ABA. Additionally, those who enroll in the partially online Paralegal and Legal Studies Programs in Savannah must complete LGS 1005 Legal Research and Writing I, and three other paralegal/legal studies courses of their choice, with guidance from their program director or academic counselor, in the traditional classroom format on a South University campus or other institution that meets our transfer criteria.

End your search today for legal studies bachelor’s degree programs in the Columbia area with South University – Columbia.

Program Outcomes

Legal professionals, such as paralegals and legal assistants, work for attorneys by assisting with the preparation of criminal and civil cases, including interviewing clients, investigating facts, drafting legal documents, researching law, and assisting the attorney at trial.

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Legal Studies degree program is designed to prepare graduates to seek employment in a variety of areas. Legal professionals work for attorneys in diverse areas such as family law, personal injury, criminal, international law, environmental law, employment law, and more.

Entry-level employment opportunities for program graduates can be found in a spectrum of workplaces, including:

  • law firms

  • insurance firms

  • large corporations

  • banks and financial institutions

  • government agencies

  • hospitals

Tuition Data for this program at South University — Columbia, SC

Below is the current tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

Books & Digital Resources$7500
Program Fees$175
Room & Board*$0
Tuition$78675
*optional where available



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    Program Costs
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    How much will this program cost me?

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    Below is the institution tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

    Books & Digital Resources$6278
    Program Fees$175
    Room & Board*$28387
    Tuition$78675
    *optional where available

    Median Debt
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    What are my financing options to pay for the program?

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    Data for this program is unavailable. If you have questions, please talk with your admission representative.

    Success
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    How long will it take me to complete this program?

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    The program could take as little as 48 months to complete.

    56% of graduates from this program finished in this time.

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    What percentage of students find employment in their field or a related field?

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    According to EDMC calculations, the job placement rate for students who graduate from this program is 77%.

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    What are the job opportunities for graduates of this program?

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    For more information on job opportunities in this field of study: ONET Online. The job opportunities link is for general information purposes. The program you have selected could have different outcomes. Please check with your admissions registrar for detailed information.