Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Field of study · Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4 years
- Campus
- Fort Lauderdale
- Intl. Tuition
- US$40,500 (2026-27)
- Home Tuition
- US$40,500 (2026-27)
- Intake
- Fall 2027
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Law graduates are highly sought in private practice, in-house legal teams, financial services and government. In the UK, most graduates qualify as solicitors via the SQE route or as barristers via the Bar Training Course. Key employers include Magic Circle and Silver Circle law firms, the Government Legal Service and the Bar.
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Student life (indicative)
Life in Fort Lauderdale revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.
The University at a Glance
- Undergraduate Population
- 7,240
- Staff Ratio
- 16.0:1
- International
- 7.1%
Career Prospects
- Completion Rate
- 64%
- finish their degree (not an employment rate)
- Placement Year
- Available
- Work experience option
Costs & Living
University Life
Suburban
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
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Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
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Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 7,240
- Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
- Staff Ratio
- 16:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 7%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- City Size
- Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Four seasons
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 6.5/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Life in Fort Lauderdale revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Diverse international food scene
- Major sports culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Completion Rate
- 64%
- Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
- Placement Year
- Available
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Law graduates are highly sought in private practice, in-house legal teams, financial services and government.
- In the UK, most graduates qualify as solicitors via the SQE route or as barristers via the Bar Training Course.
- Key employers include Magic Circle and Silver Circle law firms, the Government Legal Service and the Bar.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Technology
- Research
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Total Programme Cost
- US$162,000
- For full 4 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Higher
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