While not always required, continuing education classes upgrade a paralegal's skills and can provide advancement opportunities. USD offers continuing education on a regular basis in areas such as Contracts, Intellectual Property, Computerized Legal Research and others. USD's Paralegal Program is the oldest ABA approved program in San Diego. After 24 years, we have established our reputation nationwide as well as here in San Diego. USD students benefit from an on-campus law library, faculty who are practicing attorneys, and small class size.
Programs are available to both graduates and undergraduates.
Each student's qualifications are reviewed with a Program Assistant during their personal interview. This should be arranged by contacting the Program Office. Federal government loans are available to qualified graduate students. Amounts are determined by the individual's economic situation and cost of education. USD's Financial Aid Counselor works with each student to expedite the process.