Law Program

The law degree program at University of St Thomas at St Paul prepares students seeking a future in the independent professional practice of law, which includes instructions for taking state and national bar examinations. Students will also learn advanced research in jurisprudence. Students of the law degree program will have focused on courses in the theory and practice of the legal system, including the statutory, administrative, and judicial components of civil and criminal law. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer law program.

The Law program at University of St Thomas at St Paul is accredited by the American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar for more than 37 years.

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University of St Thomas at St Paul

Also known as University of Saint Thomas

1200 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, MN

University of St Thomas provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Saint Paul, MN 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 vision. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at University of St Thomas per year.

Students can select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 23 to 28 on the ACT or 1030 to 1260 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. Approximately 80 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 30 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at stthomas.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $35,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is around $6,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of St Thomas through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

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

Students Enrolled in the Law Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of St Thomas at St Paul offers a doctorate degree program in law.

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

Lawyers

Description

Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, lawyers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Duluth, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Hourly Rate: $46.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $96050

Judicial Law Clerks

Description

Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers

Description

Conduct hearings to recommend or make decisions on claims concerning government programs or other government-related matters. Determine liability, sanctions, or penalties, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or settlements.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.6% from 2014 to 2024

Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators

Description

Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).