Legal Studies/Paralegal is an Associate Degree program (Hybrid) offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI. Tuition is $11,100 total.
Program Overview
Become a skilled and versatile legal professional with a Legal Studies/Paralegal degree designed to prepare you for multiple career paths, including law offices, corporate legal departments, compliance roles, public service, and law school. Students develop strong legal reasoning, research, and technology skills while gaining a practical understanding of how the legal system operates. Students learn to draft, analyze, and interpret legal documents; locate and apply legal authority; manage case materials; and identify ethical considerations within legal and professional settings.
Through the Legal Studies/Paralegal degree at Fox Valley Technical College, students graduate with practical experience through an internship and are eligible to earn a National Society for Legal Technology (NSLT) certification, strengthening their readiness for today’s legal workplace. All coursework is designed to be fully transferable to four-year institutions, making this program an excellent pathway for students planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree or attend law school.
Explore four-year credit transfer opportunities here: [transfer pathways](https://www.fvtc.edu/programs/4-year-credit-transfer#business-transfer)
- The state of Wisconsin does not require a professional licensure or certification to be employed as a paralegal within the state. Some other states may require professional licensure or certification to be employed. [Learn more about professional licensure](https://www.fvtc.edu/about-us/facts/student-consumer-information/professional-licensure-and-certification-disclosure) for this program.*
School Information
Campus
Career Opportunities
- Case Administration Specialist
- Compliance Officer
- Contract Administrator
- Conveyance Examiner
- Corporation Paralegal
- Court Clerk
- Disability Claims Specialist
- Law Office Manager
- Law Office Paralegal
- Licensing Manager
- Paralegal Supervisor
- Plan Intake Coordinator
- Public/Government Paralegal
- Trust Department Paralegal
- Victim/Witness Advocate
Admissions Requirements
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR Accuplacer to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at
www.fvtc.edu/Assessment
.
Submit a final, official high school transcript, an original diploma or an official copy of GED/HSED Certification Scores. Current high school students must submit an official, in-progress transcript and a final, official transcript or diploma after graduation. You'll find all the details at
www.fvtc.edu/apply
.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Studies | 47 |
| General Studies | 15 |
Program total: 62 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $11,100 based on current tuition and fees, plus $605 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.