Clarion University offers an associate of science degree in paralegal studies. Approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), coursework includes the liberal arts, business fundamentals, legal writing and research and civil litigation.
Clarion University
840 Wood St.
Clarion, PA 16214
800-672-7171
clarion.edu
Central Pennsylvania College awards an ABA-approved associate degree in paralegal studies that you can earn in 18 months. The college offers placement in a professional internship following graduation that often leads to full-time employment.
Central Pennsylvania College
College Hill & Valley Roads
Summerdale, PA 17093
800-759-2727
centralpenn.edu
Cambria-Rowe Business College offers a two-year degree in paralegal studies that focuses on hands-on and practical career training. Coursework includes computer processing skills, legal terminology and transcription, civil litigation, business law, real estate law and criminal law.
Cambria-Rowe Business
221 Central Ave.
Johnstown, PA 15902
814-536-5168
crbc.net
Widener University offers three programs in paralegal studies, a bachelor of science, an associate degree and a certificate with concentrations in corporate law, litigation, health law, real estate law or criminal law. Students may study on a full-time or part-time basis. Many courses are available online.
Widener University
3800 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17106
717-541-3903
widener.edu
The PJA School has an associate in specialized business degree program in paralegal studies. Coursework includes computer applications, civil litigation, wills and estates, legal research and transcription and criminal law.
The PJA School
7900 W Chester Pike
Upper Darby, PA 19082
800-571-2213
pjaschool.com
The McCann School of Business and Technology offers an associate degree in paralegal studies at three locations, Dickson City, Pottsville and Sunbury. Coursework includes legal writing and research, substantive and procedural law, ethics and basic administrative skills.
McCann School of Business and Technology
2227 Scranton Carbondale Highway
Dickson City, PA 18519
888-513-5868
mccann.edu
McCann School of Business and Technology
2650 Woodglen Road
Pottsville, PA 17901
888-790-1096
mccann.edu
McCann School of Business and Technology
1147 N. 4th St.
Sunbury, PA 17801
888-792-5183
mccann.edu
Manor College offers an ABA-approved legal studies program that qualifies students to work as paralegals or pursue advanced legal education. Students can take courses are during the day, evening, weekends or through online distance learning. Internships are also available.
Manor College
700 Fox Chase Road
Jenkintown, PA 19046
215-884-2216
manor.edu
Gannon University offers three ABA-approved paralegal studies programs, a four-year bachelor degree, a two-year associate degree and a one-year certificate for students who already have a bachelor's degree. Coursework includes legal writing and research, law and legal services and a professional internship.
Gannon University
University Square
Erie, PA 16541-0001
814-871-7240
gannon.edu
Sanford-Brown College offers an associate of applied science degree program in paralegal studies at its Pittsburgh campus. The college trains students in the concepts, procedures and skills required to become a paralegal, including criminal law, litigation, wills and estates, legal research and business law.
Sanford-Brown College
421 7th Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
888-270-6333
sanfordbrown.edu
Erie Business Center awards an associate in specialized business degree in paralegal studies. The center prepares students for entry-level jobs in law firms, government agencies or private companies. Coursework includes legal terminology and procedures, administrative law, business law, litigation, real estate law, family law, criminal law and computer applications.
Erie Business Center
246 West 9th St.
Erie, PA 16501
800-352-3743
eriebc.edu