Law School Degree - Online and Campus Programs

Lawyers, also called attorneys, act as advisors and representatives who guide their clients through an increasingly complex society. Lawyers are also advocates in civil or criminal actions, protecting clients' legal rights.

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Keiser University Campus

Since 1977, Keiser University has maintained a practical, hands-on approach to career-focused education to help our students achieve their personal and professional goals. Our student-centered approach remains at the foundation of the Keiser University mission and continues to attract students who prefer a more personal learning experience.

Locations: New Port Richey, FL

Programs:

Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies
Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies

Davenport University

Since 1866, Davenport University has been providing students with real-world experience, giving them the edge they need to get the career they want.

Our goal is to offer guaranteed job placement to most of our students by 2020.

Locations: Lansing, MI

Programs:

Legal Studies, BS
Legal Studies, PBC

CDI College

Get the real-world training you need to build a better career at CDI College. Choose from morning, afternoon and evening classes at one of many community-based locations across Canada.

Locations: Calgary, AB , Edmonton, AB , Surrey, BC , More...

Programs:

Legal Assistant
Paralegal

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How to Prepare for a Career in Law

If you are considering a career as an attorney, be prepared for a great deal of schooling. Seven years of postsecondary education are required--a four-year college degree, followed by three years of specific legal studies in law school. Proficiency in writing, speaking, analyzing, researching, reading, and logical thinking are required for acceptance to law school. Applicants must also score well on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), which tests an applicant's aptitude to study law. Law school coursework includes:

Contracts
Torts
Criminal and civil law
Legal research and writing
Constitutional, federal, and property law
Legal theory
Professional responsibility and ethics
Specialized training in specific areas of the law

Law school graduates must also pass the bar exam in the state in which they plan to practice. In addition to becoming an attorney, a law degree is also useful for law enforcement positions such as FBI agents. A law degree is also helpful for advancement in county, state, and any other government law enforcement position. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2008 the median annual income of wage-and-salaried lawyers was $110,590. However, because many lawyers are self-employed, this does not reflect the potential earnings of all lawyers. Although the demand for attorneys is expected to grow at an average rate, the high number of law school graduates makes it a very competitive field.