Certificate in Paralegal Studies in Boston United States | Suffolk University

Suffolk University | Boston United States
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Qualification
Advanced Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 44,812
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

For students not currently enrolled in a law degree program, the optimal route to becoming a legal professional without a law degree is to earn our Paralegal Studies Certificate. This program serves as an excellent choice for individuals pursuing other fields of study who aspire to attend law school or join the legal profession later.
Important: Current law undergraduates cannot enroll in the Paralegal Studies Certificate program. The required courses for this certificate are already part of the standard law curriculum, and as previously mentioned, the certificate functions as additional education rather than formal professional accreditation. We highly recommend that prospective Paralegal Studies Certificate students consult with a law program advisor at the earliest opportunity to properly prepare.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Essay/personal statement
Official high school transcript* or GED/HiSET results
Letter of recommendation
Official College/University Transcripts (in English or with official translation) from all institutions attended.
Proof of English Proficiency Option - select one of the options below:
SAT or ACT scores in lieu of English Proficiency (SAT/ACT is not required of International Students)
TOEFL or IELTS score (TOEFL minimum is a 79, IELTS a 6.5)

Tuition USD 44,812
Boston, MA, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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