Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Hodges University 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 Florida colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Hodges University

Also known as International College

2222 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL

Hodges University is a nonprofit private institution located in Naples, FL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Over 2,600 students enroll at Hodges University yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health Preparatory Programs
• Accounting
• Healthcare Administration
• Medical Records Technician

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Hodges University admits around 60% of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 87% of students registered for enrollment.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $13,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.hodges.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. International College offers an associate's degree program in paralegal.

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

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $49110

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

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 500
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.01
  • Average Annual Salary: $35380

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).