Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Ursuline 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 Ohio colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Ursuline College

2550 Lander Rd, Pepper Pike, OH

Ursuline College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pepper Pike, Ohio, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Around 1,500 students enroll at Ursuline College per year.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Ursuline College. A score within the range of 1180 to 1630 on the SAT, or 19 to 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 55% of those students that apply are accepted to Ursuline College, of which 30 percent choose to attend.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $27,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,700 for the year. This school may offer financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students may visit the school's http://www.ursuline.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $50130

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 450
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $35890

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).