Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies in Chicago United States | Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
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Chicago United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,720
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Paralegals play a crucial role in the legal profession, offering vital support through research, documentation, case management, and other tasks for lawyers across diverse environments. For those curious about legal work but not ready for law school, Loyola University Chicago's paralegal certificate program equips students with the skills needed for rewarding careers in this dynamic industry.
Upon completing your paralegal studies certificate, you'll be qualified for positions in multiple sectors such as: corporate legal departments, law firms, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies.
Specialized career paths include: Immigration paralegal specialist, Property law assistant, Public sector legal assistant, Patent and trademark support professional
Workplace law assistant, Digital legal discovery specialist, Debt restructuring legal assistant
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Application requirements for the Paralegal Studies Certificate include:
Official Transcripts
2.5 Minimum GPA
Interview for Admission
Statement of Purpose
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL (IBT) - 79
Official Transcripts
2.5 Minimum GPA
Interview for Admission
Statement of Purpose
Applicants must submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work. To be eligible for admission, your transcript must show an earned bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in progress. Certified copies of transcripts are acceptable, faxed copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts, we have them on record. Copies of transcripts or transcripts not received in a sealed envelope from the university are considered unofficial. If you attended Loyola University Chicago previously, you do not need to request transcripts. We strongly encourage electronic submission of documents. Official transcripts should show a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In exceptional cases, applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 may be admitted.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL (IBT) - 79
Tuition
USD
16,720