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B.S. Paralegal

Launch your career in law with Sullivan University’s Paralegal bachelor’s degree. Our online paralegal degree gives you the flexibility to build on your skills while balancing work and life. This curriculum offers more than just the basics—you’ll dig into advanced paralegal coursework as well as business-focused classes that enhance your legal expertise. With a deepened understanding of the complexities of law, you’ll open doors to greater career opportunities, while also building a strong foundation for pursuing a law degree or further specialized training.

Est. time to completion:
18–24 months*
Format:
Online
Locations:
Online learning

Louisville’s only Paralegal program

Get ready for a successful legal career with the only Paralegal program in Louisville.

Experienced faculty

Learn from current law practitioners with years of experience in the field.

Flexible courses

Learn on your terms with convenient online classes.

Curriculum

Overview

The Paralegal bachelor’s degree is designed to elevate students’ skills by blending advanced paralegal coursework with business and general education classes. The curriculum offers a well-rounded education, covering the more complex aspects of paralegal practice. Graduates will be well-prepared for expanded career opportunities in the legal field.

This flexible, work-at-your-own pace degree allows students to balance their studies with other commitments. *There is a requirement of 13.5 quarter credits of legal specialty courses through synchronous instruction. 

Courses

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PLS 262
Basic Legal Ethics
2 credits
PLS 134
Legal Research
4 credits
PLS 144
Legal Writing
4 credits
PLS 272
Paralegal Externship or Research Project
2 credits
PLS 114
Introduction to Law and the Legal System
4 credits
PLS 154
Tort Law
4 credits
PLS 234
Real Estate Law
4 credits
PLS 224
Litigation
4 credits
PLS 184
Business Organizations and Commercial Practice
4 credits
PLS 214
Estate Planning and Administration
4 credits
PLS 285
Law Office Management and Technology
4 credits
PLS 302
Applied Legal Ethics
2 credits
PLS 304
Administrative Law
4 credits
PLS 314
Advanced Legal Writing with Computer Applications
4 credits
PLS 404
Advanced Litigation and Appellate Practice
4 credits
PLS 414
Advanced Real Estate Law
4 credits
PLS 434
Contemporary Legal Topics
4 credits
ACT 204
Principles of Financial Accounting I
4 credits
BUS 224
Professional Development
4 credits
BUS 424
International Business
4 credits
CSC 118
Computer Applications I
4 credits
CSC 218
Computer Applications II
4 credits
MGT 304
Principles of Management
4 credits
MGT 344
Organizational Behavior
4 credits
MKT 304
Principles of Marketing
4 credits
ECO 202
Macroeconomics
4 credits
ECO 201
Microeconomics
4 credits
ENG 101
Composition I
4 credits
ENG 102
Composition II
4 credits
ENG 204
Advanced Writing
4 credits
FYE 105
Foundations for Student Success
4 credits
GEC 220
Essential Strategies for Applied Communications (ESAC)
4 credits
MTH 202
College Algebra
4 credits
MTH 101
College Mathematics
4 credits
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
4 credits
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
4 credits
Natural Sciences/Mathematics Elective
4 credits
Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective
4 credits
Free Electives
28 credits

Financial assistance

Financial assistance is available to those who apply and qualify. Talk with us to see if Federal Student Aid, scholarships, transfer credits, employer assistance, loans and grants, or military discounts are available to you.

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*Time length for program completion will vary depending upon the number of courses taken per term, developmental courses when required, transfer credit accepted, lack of continuous enrollment, etc.

The Paralegal program is part of Sullivan University’s College of Business and Technology.

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