Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies
Prepare for an Exciting Career by Earning Your Paralegal Studies Associate Degree
If you are interested in pursuing a career in the legal field, you can greatly improve your employment opportunities by earning an Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies degree. By pursuing Liberty University’s flexible associate in paralegal studies degree, you can get a head start with experience and practical skills that can help make you marketable while you pursue a bachelor’s degree. Through our online A.A. in Paralegal Studies, you can gain a foundational knowledge of criminal law and court procedures, writing depositions, real estate transactions, and gain in-demand skills such as performing title searches.
As a pioneer in distance learning since 1985 and a Christian university recognized for its academic quality and accessibility, Liberty combines academic excellence with a biblical worldview. Liberty’s mission is to Train Champions for Christ, and we fulfill our mission by training up professionals to make an impact for Christ in their industry. Liberty’s online A.A. in Paralegal Studies is designed to give you a flexible degree you can use to take the next step toward a career in the legal field from a Christian worldview.
What Will You Study in Our Online Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies?
- Fundamental paralegal skills
- Legal research skills that will help you be an asset to legal offices
- Foundations of law that you can build on for a future bachelor’s degree
- Criminal practice and procedures for useful background in the legal field
Upon completion of your A.A. in Paralegal Studies, you can become prepared to enter many industries in a support role. The online paralegal studies classes you complete will allow you to explore facets of the legal world that may lead you toward a more specific bachelor’s degree, such as government, criminal justice, or a bachelor’s in paralegal studies. You may also be interested in exploring our bachelor’s degrees in pre-law or politics and policy.
Potential Careers for Graduates of the A.A. in Paralegal Studies
- Government worker
- Legal assistant
- Legal secretary
- Paralegal
Program Benefits for the A.A. in Paralegal Studies
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online paralegal degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
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We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
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