Paralegal Studies
Student Consumer Information
INSTITUTIONAL OPEID NUMBER: 022195
NEW YORK STATE PROGRAM HEGIS NUMBERS:
A.O.S. in Advanced Paralegal Studies 5099.00
Certificate in Paralegal Studies·································· 5099.00
CIP NUMBER: 22.0302 Legal Assistant/Paralegal
PROGRAM NAMES:
A.O.S. in Advanced Paralegal Studies
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
DEGREE LEVEL(S): A.O.S., Certificate
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
In the professional legal environment, paralegals work independently and accurately under deadlines and pressure situations. The Advanced Paralegal Studies A.O.S. degree program prepares paralegal graduates to work with greater independence and confidence in legal research, case development, legal writing, and law office management. This program builds upon a Certificate in Paralegal Studies.
The Certificate program introduces students to the essential computer applications necessary to the legal field. This program also provides the foundation courses needed to pursue an A.O.S. degree in Advanced Paralegal Studies.
SOC CODE(S) AND LINKS TO OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION:
23-2011 ftp://ftp.bls.gov/pub/special.requests/ep/ind-occ.matrix/occ_pdf/occ_23-2011.pdf
2010-2011 OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK LINKS:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/pdf/ocos114.pdf
TOTAL PROGRAM TUITION AND FEES:
A.O.S. in Advanced Paralegal Studies- $26,095
Certificate in Paralegal Studies- $15,787
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COSTS FOR BOOKS AND SUPPLIES:
A.O.S. in Advanced Paralegal Studies- $2,250
Certificate in Paralegal Studies- $1,350
TOTAL CAMPUS LIVING ANNUAL ROOM AND BOARD CHARGES: None
URL LINK TO COLLEGE WEB SITE PROGRAM COSTS: Available in Catalog, only.
2010-2011 PROGRAM COMPLETION INFORMATION
NORMAL PROGRAM COMPLETION LENGTH IN MONTHS: 20 (A.O.S.); 12 (Certificate)
% STUDENTS WHO COMPLETED THE PROGRAM WITHIN NORMAL LENGTH DURING 2010-2011: 53.33%
DEBT AT PROGRAM COMPLETION
MEDIAN CUMULATIVE FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN DEBT:
A.O.S. in Advanced Paralegal Studies: $19,204
Certificate in Paralegal Studies: $10,576
JOB PLACEMENT INFORMATION
PROGRAM 2010-2011 JOB PLACEMENT RATE: 57.14%
JOB PLACEMENT COHORT DESCRIPTION:
Who is included in this sample?
This information provided includes all students who completed the program(s) between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011.
What kinds of jobs did they get?
All students considered placed were working in positions that required skills directly related to the credential earned and titles that are consistent with industry standards.
Who were their employers?
Students generally obtain positions within the local communities and surrounding areas of the Capital Region. Many students obtain employment concluding internships and clinical rotations required during their time of study.
How do we survey our graduates?
Graduate surveys are conducted for each cohort of graduates approximately ninety days upon graduation.
To whom do we report this information?
Mildred Elley periodically submits job placement information both to the New York State Education Department and to the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).
Mildred Elley is approved by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York to offer the Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degree and undergraduate Certificate programs, and its programs are registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). As a degree-granting institution, Mildred Elley is a member of the University of the State of New York (USNY).
Inquiries to the New York State Education Department should be directed to:
New York State Education Department
Office of College & University Evaluation
5 North Mezzanine—Education Building
Albany, New York 12234
(518) 474-2593
www.nysed.gov
Mildred Elley is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award certificates and the Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degree. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Inquiries should be directed to:
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
750 First Street, N.E., Suite 980
Washington, D.C. 20002-4241
(202) 336-6780
www.acics.org