Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at New Mexico State University – Alamogordo teaches students to perform legal research, as well as drafting, investigatory record-keeping, and other administrative functions related to the legal system. Students who graduate the program will perform these functions under the supervision of an attorney or in a court and will gain instruction from the program in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and other legal specializations. Get more details below including other New Mexico colleges that offer paralegal program.

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New Mexico State University – Alamogordo

Also known as NMSU-Alamogordo

1700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM

Focused on its mission to deliver quality learning opportunities, New Mexico State University-Alamogordo serves the south central New Mexico region offering wide range of credit and non-credit courses on campus, online and at Holloman Air Force Base.

NMSU-A campus is situated in the Tularosa Basin surrounded by mountain ranges. This campus started with only few students to now approximately 4,000 students per semester. From the basic two-year university-credited education, this institution now offers technical courses and Bachelor’s degree program through NMSU-Las Cruces Distance Education. These programs serve as foundation for professional career opportunities and transfer to any New Mexico College or University.

Upholding the highest value for excellence, integrity and innovation, NMSU-A strives to provide quality and cost-effective education. Students are engaged in personalized and innovative instructions with a dynamic environment for learning. Moreover, programs and curricula are designed with great flexibility to accommodate diverse educational needs. In fact, 50% of the classes are conducted online and evening courses are also made available.

Through the Holloman Air Force Base Learning Center, armed forces and families are given the opportunity to pursue their educational goals. Aside from this, NMSU-A encompasses Community Education and Contract Training, Professional Development courses, Dual Credit Classes, Abitur Program, Adult Basic Education and GED.

This institution is also a home for the Small Business Development Center, Academic Support Center with exceptional tutoring and student services, and Career Center that guides students in determining and pursuing their educational and career goals.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. New Mexico State University – Alamogordo has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Description

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, paralegals and legal assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albuquerque, NM
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $40970

Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

Description

Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes. May compile lists of mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by searching public and private records for law firms, real estate agencies, or title insurance companies.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, title examiners, abstractors, and searchers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Albuquerque, NM
  • Total Employment: 160
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $42390

Legal Support Workers, All Other

Description

All legal support workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).