LAUNCH Certificate Program

Paralegal

Paralegals are in demand not only in law offices, but also in consumer groups, corporations, courts, correctional institutions, financial and real estate concerns, government agencies, and health care facilities. This program is ABA approved and fully prepares an individual to fulfill the duties of a paralegal associate.

The program is offered in an intensive daytime format over a one-quarter period and is completed after a student has obtained their Bachelor's degree.

Conditions for Admission
Applicants are officially admitted to the Paralegal program upon completion of the application process, which includes: three letters of recommendation, official transcripts, an interview, an aptitude test, and the application for candidacy accompanied by a $50 fee. For more information, please visit the program website at extension.ucsd.edu/paralegal.

NOTE: Acceptance to the LAUNCH program does not guarantee acceptance into the paralegal program. We recommend that you apply for the paralegal program before applying to the LAUNCH program.