• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

在这里学什么？

The Legal Studies Program is perfect for students thinking about a career in the legal profession, including positions in government, public law, and business law. Of more than 1,000 paralegal education programs in the country, Ball State's is one of fewer than 300 approved by the American Bar Association.

Legal Studies majors take courses in a variety of legal practice areas, including family law, civil and criminal litigation, alternative dispute resolution, constitutional law, criminal law, administrative law, and business law. You will learn legal theories and practical skills that give you a strong foundation for success. The Legal Studies major provides an excellent foundation for students considering law school.

Major Requirements

This degree includes the University Core Curriculum in addition to a credit of common core of legal studies coursework. You will then take on focused coursework depending on which option you choose: Public Law or Business Law. Legal Studies majors must also complete an internship where the student works with practicing attorneys and paralegals.

BUSINESS

The business law option is a good choice if you have an interest in business organizations, insurance, finance and accounting, or if you are interested in managing a law office.

The course offerings give you an excellent overview of the role of the law in everyday business transactions.

PUBLIC LAW

If your interest is in government, politics, public policy, and how the law is involved in these areas, the public law option is for you. This option includes a diverse group of classes that provide you with an excellent overview of many areas of public law.

What Can You Do With a Degree in Legal Studies?

Legal Studies majors work in a number of jobs, including:

• Attorneys
• Legislative Liaisons
• Consultants
• Human Resources Managers
• Contract Administrators
• Litigation Analysts
• Paralegals, as members of a legal team, work under the supervision of a lawyer and cannot practice law
• Investigators
• Court Administrators
• Real Estate Professionals
• Court Clerks
• Lobbyists
• Policy Developers
• Litigation Consultants

Many Legal Studies majors go on to law school or graduate school. Program graduates attend law schools across the country, including Michigan State, Indiana University, Notre Dame, and the University of Dayton, to name just a few. The major provides a strong foundation for success in law school. Many Legal Studies graduates receive partial or full scholarships to attend law school.

所属院系

进入哪个院系学习？ College of Sciences and Humanities

中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 You should apply as a freshman undergraduate student if: you have completed or will complete high school or secondary school before the semester you apply to start; you have not attended a university, college, or other postsecondary institution; you wish to earn a bachelor’s degree. Required Scores to demonstrate English Proficiency: TOEFL iBT 79; IELTS 6.5 Band; Pearson's PTE 53

课程信息

学制：全日制(120 学分)

学费：US$25,126.00 (¥ 162,663) /年

开学时间：预计在八月 2022

申请截止日期：

留学地点：College of Sciences and HumanitiesNorth Quad (NQ), room 193,Ball State University,MUNCIE,Indiana,47306, United States