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SINCE 1987

Tuition

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Center for Advanced Legal Studies

is a private and independent college that has specialized in paralegal studies since 1987. In 2024, CALS added a Bachelor of Arts: Law and Business degree program designed for graduates of accredited paralegal certificate and associate degree programs. All tuition received is dedicated to these related programs and not used to support other fields of study. Because of this, CALS is able to provide some of the most specialized and dedicated paralegal training available

Public vs Private vs Non-Profit

Understandably, there is a great deal of confusion regarding the cost of attending college. Are there financial advantages for students attending public colleges or universities? What about private and nonprofit institutions? How do they compare to state-funded public colleges?

Average Tuition and Fees per Year *
Public Two-Year In-District (i.e. Community Colleges) $3,780.00
Public Four-Year In-State $9,750.00
Public Four-Year Out-of-State $28,386.00
Private Nonprofit Four-Year $38,421.00
Private For-Profit Four-Year $15,868.00
Center for Advanced Legal Studies $11,500.00

* Hanson, Melanie. “Average Cost of College & Tuition” EducationData.org, May 28, 2024,
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How does CALS compare?

Center for Advanced Studies [CALS] is able to provide private, specialized paralegal education and career training at nearly the same tuition level as public four-year colleges and universities while receiving no government subsidies or taxpayer support. Tuition at CALS is also significantly lower than Private Nonprofit institutions providing our students with exceptional value.

More importantly, Center for Advanced Legal Studies has a vested interest in the success of its graduates. Unlike public community colleges and traditional universities, CALS reports annually on graduation and employment rates and is required to maintain minimum employment rates for all its programs. No college or university can guarantee employment or financial success for its graduates, but CALS supports its students from enrollment through graduation and beyond, and is committed to helping its graduates obtain the success they deserve.

Graduates Benefit from CALS Specialized Paralegal Education & Experience

  • Student-Faculty ratio averages 20-1;
  • No out-of-state fees for non-resident students;
  • Career placement services focus on your legal career;
  • The curriculum is based on the legal industry and employer needs;
  • Long-standing relationships and reputation with the legal community;
  • Outreach to employers through innovative resources;
  • Faculty has an average of 20 years of experience in the legal profession;
  • Over 35+ years specializing in paralegal education and beginning successful careers;
  • Expert legal instruction is provided through collaborative classroom experiences;
  • Professional and knowledgeable staff available to assist you from beginning to end;
  • Your class schedule is arranged for you;
  • Learning resources, textbooks, and software are distributed to you;
  • Every dollar invested is allocated directly to the support of your paralegal education and career.