Legal Studies Programs

Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs in Legal Studies are designed to prepare students who are interested in careers in legal support services with government, nonprofit organizations, regulatory/compliance offices, or other law-related careers, as well as those students considering law school and other advanced studies in law.

Students in the Legal Studies degree program at Berkeley College:

• Perform law-related work in a wide range of disciplines
• Engage in coursework focused on legal theory and practical application with attorneys in both private and public practice
• Are taught by exceptional faculty, including experienced corporate, litigation, and government attorneys, who bring firsthand knowledge to the classroom
• Receive instruction in current technology used in law-related applications, and electronic legal research databases
• Study coursework focused on developing skills in critical reasoning and analysis, communication, research, writing, and more.

The program offers students a seamless transition between an Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree.

The College considers students for admission to degree and certificate programs on the basis of future potential, the motivation and interest to succeed in a chosen profession, and past academic achievement.

Graduation from high school or the equivalent is a basic requirement for admission to degree and certificate programs. In evaluating candidates, the Committee on Admissions takes into consideration your individual interests, your motivation to succeed in a chosen profession, and prior academic achievement. Basic requirements for admission include graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent and an entrance exam or SAT/ACT scores. Applicants to some programs offered within the School of Health Studies may have additional requirements, including successful completion of the HESI® Admission Assessment (A2) with Critical Thinking entrance examination. Documentation of successful completion of high school or the equivalent must be submitted to the College prior to starting classes.

A personal interview is strongly recommended. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Director of Admissions at the campus of their choice to arrange for an appointment with an Admissions Associate. For further information, students may also call the College at 866-317-6087 or email info@BerkeleyCollege.edu.

Berkeley maintains a rolling admissions policy, so students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Applicants will be notified of a decision as soon as all credentials have been evaluated. Certain programs may have specific application deadline requirements. 

For further questions about the enrollment process, schedule an appointment with an associate.

The Legal Studies BS and AAS degree programs are offered by Berkeley College New Jersey and Berkeley College New York. The Legal Studies program courses are offered online and at various campuses as identified in the Course Schedule for each semester.

Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-related assignment, or practicum for a valuable learning experience.

Businesses and organizations of all kinds face legal issues in their day-to-day operations. In addition to the law firms and attorneys, they depend on, opportunities for legal professionals exist in many other areas of business.

Graduates of the Legal Studies program can apply for such positions as:

• Legal assistants
• Legal analysts
• Researchers
• Paralegals
• Administrative personnel
• Court assistants