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General Contact
- School Code: 236700
- Phone: (320) 253-0000 x000
- School Homepage
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.38%FINANCIAL AID RATE
92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
42FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,901Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Paralegal Program
The paralegal degree program at Minnesota State University – Moorhead 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 Minnesota colleges that offer paralegal program.
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Minnesota State University – Moorhead
Also known as MSU Moorhead
201 Eighth Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN
Minnesota State University - Moorhead provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Moorhead, MN and publically funded. Enrollment at MSU Moorhead exceeds 7,500 per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1003 - 1120 on the SAT and between 20 - 24 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Minnesota State University - Moorhead. This school has an acceptance rate of about 63% of which only 43% decided to attend. Key admissions information can be gathered by completing the form on this page or calling the school.
The cost of tuition is close to $8,100 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,600 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The MSU Moorhead "Dragons" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Minnesota State University – Moorhead offers a bachelor's degree program in paralegal.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 1 |
| Female | 17 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
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
Students who have completed the Paralegal program at MSU Moorhead, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- St. Cloud, MN
- Total Employment: 150
- Average Hourly Rate: $17.08
- Average Annual Salary: $35520
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
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates MSU Moorhead accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Minnesota State University – Moorhead may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Minnesota State University – Moorhead is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Track and Field (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Football (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling