These include four courses that deal exclusively with judicial systems and four courses that provide background information about American political institutions. The Political Science Department also has a Prelaw Advisor and sponsors the Prelaw Club, Prelaw Mentoring Program, and Prelaw Internship Program. Regardless of whether or not you want to go to law school, you must eventually declare a major from one of the majors listed in the University Bulletin - Political Science, Philosophy, Biology, etc. If you choose to have a minor, you must select one from those listed in the University Bulletin. No, USI does not have a paralegal program.
Paralegal programs train individuals to assist attorneys rather than to prepare for law school.
The Political Science Department offers a number of courses which provide a good foundation for individuals interested in attending law school . These include four courses that deal exclusively with judicial systems and four courses that provide background information about American political institutions. The Political Science Department also has a Prelaw Advisor and sponsors the Prelaw Club, Prelaw Mentoring Program, and Prelaw Internship Program. If you are sure you want to pursue a career as a paralegal rather than a career as an attorney, two regional institutions with paralegal programs are Vincennes University and the University of Evansville. If you are not a Political Science major, you will probably be able to use all three of the following political science courses to help fulfill core curriculum requirements.