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To satisfy the requirements of an associate degree in Paralegal Studies program, you’ll need 62 credits hours that sufficiently cover designated program's components. These may be earned through a combination of the general education courses, content, and electives requirements. Required courses may vary based on transferable credits. Specifically, the students must submit proof of a successful completion of a minimum of 62 semester hours of credit, which includes the following:
- Successful completion of the General Education Requirements (34 credit hours) in effect at the time the student begins continuous enrollment.
- Successful completion of 24 credit hours of discipline-related courses.
- Successful completion of 3 free credit hours of electives.
- Successful completion of 1 credit hour of University Studies
Critical Graduation Requirements
At least a total of 15 credit hours for the associate degree must be completed at Leighton University.
A minimum grade point average of C (2.0) on all Leighton credit, and a grade of at least C in all discipline-related courses.
Course prerequisites must be observed. If the student anticipates pursuing a bachelor's degree, courses should be selected that will advance that degree goal.