Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at University of Great Falls 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 Montana colleges that offer paralegal program.

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University of Great Falls (GFC MSU)

2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT

University of Great Falls is now known as the University of Providence.  UP is a nonprofit private institution that offers a variety of educational opportunities.  As such, this allows  students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Great Falls, MT, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at University of Providence is nearly 960 per year.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uprovidence.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,100. Students at University of Great Falls may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Providence participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)
• Softball (NAIA Division I)

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more data about school registration.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Great Falls has offered the following degree 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

• Great Falls, MT
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $56290

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

• Great Falls, MT
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $9.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $20110

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).