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Legal Studies

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Degree Overview

Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies

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Dr. April Vance, Interim Department Chair, Legal Studies

Our Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies is designed for those with an interest in an entry-level position as a paralegal in a law firm, bank, insurance company, governmental agency, or corporation. A curriculum of general education, fundamental theoretical legal concepts, and practical applications are supplemented with relevant experience investigating cases, researching the law, and preparing documents for litigation or business transactions while working under the supervision of a licensed attorney.

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Discover the benefits of an education from all South University locations. Since 1899, South University has committed to the professional, social, intellectual, and personal development of our diverse students by providing a faculty that lends professional experience to the learning experience, and a student body that shares a goal of professional fulfillment.

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