Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at College of Our Lady of the Elms 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer paralegal program.

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College of Our Lady of the Elms

Also known as Elms College

100 Elliott Street, Haverhill, MA

College of Our Lady of the Elms provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Chicopee, Massachusetts and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Elms College has a yearly student enrollment of nearly a thousand.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• History
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are within the range of 17 to 24 on the ACT, or 1230 to 1570 on the SAT exam. Elms College has an acceptance rate of around 83 percent of which only 39 percent decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at elms.edu.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Elms College may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at College of Our Lady of the Elms through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to view more about Elms College can check out their website at www.elms.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Our Lady of the Elms has offered the following degree levels for students:

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

Students by Academic Level (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

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

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).