Graduate Certificate in Paralegal Studies

The ABA-approved graduate certificate in paralegal studies provides students with the knowledge and skills employers seek, including those in written and oral communication; critical thinking and analysis; problem-solving; technological savvy; and professionalism. Courses are designed in conjunction with the legal, governmental, business, financial, and international communities to ensure they are relevant and marketable. As a result, program graduates are prepared to work in demanding legal environments.

Credits earned in the certificate program can be counted toward requirements for GW's master’s degree in paralegal studies. Students also may combine the graduate certificate in paralegal studies with a graduate certificate in healthcare corporate compliance for an MPS in paralegal studies with a concentration in healthcare corporate compliance.

Visit the program website for additional information.

Adminssion Requirements

Article	Requirement
Admission deadlines:	Fall Priority Deadline - May 1; Fall Final Deadline - August 1
	Spring Priority Deadline - October 1; Spring Final Deadline - December 1
Recommendations required:	One recommendation (preferably from a current supervisor).
Prior academic records:	Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission.
	Transcripts from institutions outside the United States must be accompanied by an official transcript evaluation from an accredited independent evaluating agency. Please be sure you request a detailed, course-by-course evaluation that includes all course titles, credit hours, grade-point average (GPA), United States degree equivalency, and date of degree conferral. Please see the list of acceptable foreign credential evaluation services: http://www.naces.org/members.
Statement of purpose:	In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in this field and describe your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also, discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, as well as any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form.
Additional requirements:	Current resumé required.

Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
College of Professional Studies – Office of Admission
George Washington University
805 21st Street, NW
Suite 301
Washington DC 20052
 

Contact for questions:
CPS Office of Admission
applycps@gwu.edu ~ 571-553-0025 (phone) ~ 202-242-1047 (fax)
8:30 am – 5:00 pm EST, Monday through Friday

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 18 credits in required courses.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required
PSLX 6210	American Jurisprudence
PSLX 6211	Legal Research and Writing
PSLX 6212	Litigation
PSLX 6223	Contracts
PSLX 6224	Advanced Legal Writing
PSLX 6225	Business Entities

See CPS regulations for additional information regarding enrollment status and time limits.