Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Calumet College of Saint Joseph 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 Indiana colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Calumet College of Saint Joseph

Also known as Calumet College of St Joseph

4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN

Calumet College of Saint Joseph, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Whiting, IN, it offers a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at CCSJ is nearly a thousand annually.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Law and Justice Administration
• Business Administration
• Elementary Education
• Accounting
• Liberal Arts

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Calumet College of Saint Joseph have an SAT score within the range of 920 - 1480, or an ACT score in a range of 14 - 22. This school accepts around 40 percent of applicants. Of those students accepted, about 52 percent registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is nearly $16,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Some students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Calumet College of Saint Joseph through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the school's www.ccsj.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Calumet College of St Joseph has offered the following degree levels for students:

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

• Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $49520

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

• Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $48120

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).