Paralegal

Business and Hospitality
Award
Associate of Applied Science
Credits
68
Locations
Online
Entry
Fall, Spring, Summer
Time to Complete
24 Months
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Do you thrive on gathering facts, uncovering fascinating legal insights and collaborating within a legal team? If you're seeking a career working in a law office, with government entities, or in a corporate setting where your skills in legal affairs, human resources and related fields can shine, then consider the Paralegal program!

As a paralegal, you'll play a vital role within a legal team, supporting attorneys and supervisors as you conduct research, prepare cases for settlement or trial and contribute to critical business decisions. It's important to note that while paralegals work closely alongside lawyers, you don't need to attend law school and you're distinct from legal assistants.

In this engaging role, you'll actively collaborate with attorneys, clients and colleagues to conduct legal research and writing, prepare for trials and help bring client goals to fruition. Embrace the opportunity to be an integral part of the legal world!

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$15,644*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$17,888*
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

Kibbie Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $4,500 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Last-Dollar Scholarship

This state funded scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career programs and pays remaining tuition costs after all other federal and state aid has been applied. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Learn more about Financial Aid.

Career Outlook

Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 

Program Information

Review program courses, admissions and academic requirements.

Transfer Information

The Paralegal degree currently has transfer agreements in place with the institution(s) listed below. Students are encouraged to speak with their transfer college or university to verify that their planned courses at NICC will meet necessary requirements. Learn more about transferring from NICC.

Program Contacts

Anne Hayes
Paralegal and Criminal Justice Instructor
  • hayesan@nicc.edu
  • 844.642.2338, ext. 1594
  • Calmar