Legal Studies Certificate Online
Academic title: Lawmaking and Legal Processes
15 Credits
to Graduate
January 11
Next start date
*Recommended apply date is minimum 6 weeks prior to next start date.
Earn your legal studies certificate online
Why do some laws change while others remain in place for decades? How do court decisions influence the way those laws are applied? With an online certificate in legal studies and lawmaking you'll explore questions like these while expanding your knowledge of the American legal system.
Build your knowledge of legal studies through 15-18 credit hours of coursework, including 12 core credits and 3-6 elective credits that are tailored to your interests and career goals. Study topics like constitutional law, public policy and the legislative process. You'll graduate with the credentials and skills that can strengthen careers in government, nonprofits and other public service organizations.
Lawmaking and legal processes certificate overview
| Core credits | 12 |
|---|---|
| Elective credits | 3-6 |
| Total credits to graduate | 15-18 |
Admission requirements
You must hold a high school diploma with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 or a GED. If your GPA is less than 2.0, conditional admission may be considered.
How much does a legal studies certificate online cost?
The cost shown below is based on the current tuition and fee estimate. Your actual cost of attendance for financial aid purposes may vary based on your assigned tuition rate, the number of credits you're enrolled in and the length of your enrollment period. If you're enrolled in a single module instead of a full semester, your housing and food, transportation and personal expenses will be adjusted based on the number of weeks you're enrolled (for example, 12-week or 8-week modules). If you're enrolled less than half-time, your cost of attendance will not include housing and food, personal expenses or loan fees.
- Military tuition benefits: Active duty, veterans and military-affiliated students may qualify for reduced tuition, waived fees and need-based awards