The body of knowledge required to effectively perform legal support services can only come from a formal education in paralegal studies. As attorneys, corporations and government agencies work within an increasingly complex legal framework, the level of responsibility they expect paralegals to be able to take on has also increased. Law offices and other employers in Alaska have come to rely on paralegals with the kind of expertise that can only come from earning a certificate or degree in paralegal studies.
Whether you’re just starting out and looking to get your paralegal career off the ground or you’re ready to advance and specialize, choosing a paralegal program that will help you achieve your goals is a big decision.
With several degree and certificate programs to choose from, trying to make the right choice can be a bit overwhelming. We’ve got you covered.
What we’ve done here is narrow down the selection by giving you our top picks for online programs. There are no shortage of schools offering top quality online programs, some of which don’t even have state residency requirements. To make sure you have all the info you need to make an informed decision, contact the schools above for details about tuition and online options.
Whether you’re just starting out and looking to get your paralegal career off the ground or you’re ready to advance and specialize, choosing a paralegal program that will help you achieve your goals is a big decision.
With several degree and certificate programs to choose from, trying to make the right choice can be a bit overwhelming. We’ve got you covered.
What we’ve done here is narrow down the selection by giving you our top picks available through schools in Alaska. Because our picks are selected based on quality, you’ll notice that all of the programs listed here are approved by the American Bar Association, and each school is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
There are many schools in other states that offer online programs, some of which don’t even have state residency requirements. But to keep things nicely organized, our picks for Alaska just highlight the regionally accredited schools with a campus presence. To make sure you have all the info you need to make an informed decision, we also included details about tuition and fees, as well as online and on-campus options. Enjoy!
University of Alaska Anchorage
University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is a 4-year public school in Anchorage, with additional campuses in Fairbanks and Juneau.
Degree programs offered:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal Studies – On-Campus
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Legal Studies with AAS in Paralegal Studies – On-Campus
Certificate programs offered:
Legal Nurse Consultant – Paralegal Certificate – On-Campus (post-associate RN)
Paralegal Studies Certificate – On-Campus (post-baccalaureate)
University of Alaska Fairbanks
University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is a 4-year public university located in Fairbanks.
Degree programs offered:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal Studies – On-Campus
Bachelor’s Degree with minor in Paralegal Studies – On-Campus