Admission Requirements

Paralegal Certificate Program

  • Satisfactory completion of Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Associate of Applied Science Degree Program

  • Minimum of High School Diploma or its equivalent
  • Passing score on entrance exam.

Students attending classes online must complete an online readiness assessment and provide one letter of recommendation from a legal professional or personal reference.

Authorizations by Program and State

The US Department of Education requires college and universities to request and receive authorization to provide online courses from states in which the institution is admitting students. Center for Advanced Legal Studies accepts students from the following states into Online Paralegal Classes.

Yes, it can be confusing. If you do not see your state listed here, please contact an Admissions Advisor to discuss. 800-446-6931

Both Certificate and AAS Degree
Paralegal Programs

    Arizona
    California
    Colorado
    Florida
    Georgia
    Hawaii
    Idaho
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Michigan
    Mississippi
    New York
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    South Carolina
    Texas
    Virginia
    West Virginia
    Wyoming

Paralegal Certificate
Program only

    Alaska
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    North Carolina
    Oregon
    Tennessee
    Washington
    West Virginia