Learn essential paralegal skills at Boston University—on campus or online.

Why you should enroll

BU’s Paralegal Studies Certificate program is ideal for recent college graduates and career changers, as well as legal secretaries and paralegals who wish to update their knowledge or advance their careers.

  • Develop expertise in core skills such as legal writing, research, and technology, while gaining a comprehensive understanding of legal theory and law
  • Learn from practicing attorneys who bring real-life legal experience to class
  • Get hands-on experience in legal software and information technologies utilized in law offices
  • Earn a certificate in Paralegal Studies from a world-class university

Classes start

On-campus program (with virtual sessions) in paralegal studies begins in Boston each September, January, March, and—in an intensive format—June.

Online program in paralegal studies begins each September, November, January, March, May, and July.