Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Hilbert College 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 York colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Hilbert College

Also known as Herkimer College

100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY

Hilbert College provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Hamburg, NY and operated as a private institution. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Hilbert College has an annual student enrollment of about 1,100.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Hilbert College offers:

• Police Science
• Forensic Science
• Business Administration
• Human Services

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. This school has an admissions rate of 69 percent of which only 29 percent chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $21,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $4,600 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The Hilbert College Hawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.hilbert.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Herkimer College has offered the following program levels for students:

• 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

• Utica-Rome, NY
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $47230

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

• Utica-Rome, NY
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $44830

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).