Earn Your B.S. in Paralegal Studies

Take your passion for law and help those in need. Regent’s Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies will help equip you with research, communication, organization and technology skills needed to pursue a meaningful career in the law field. You will gain an overview of the most common practice areas of law, including marriage and family, real estate, personal injury, and contracts. You’ll also grow your research and writing skills, legal terminology, and clerical and management skills — all from a Christian worldview.

  • Practice drafting motions, briefs, pleadings and other documents.
  • Study best practices for interviewing clients and witnesses and managing case files.
  • Learn about fee arrangements, time tracking, basic accounting and records management.
  • Explore ethical guidelines and nuances unique to different areas of the law.

Fill out the form on this page to learn more about how Regent University can help you achieve your goals.

Locations: Online
Total Credit Hours: 120+
Next Session Start: August 25, 2025

  • Legal Assistant – Corporate, Government, Nonprofit
  • Legal Aid Advocate
  • Clerk of Court or Judiciary Clerk
  • Administrative Assistant in Court
  • Litigation Support Analyst
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Access a financial aid package customized for your situation, including scholarships to help pay for college.
  • 80% of Regent students receive financial aid
  • Nearly $24 million in institutional scholarships and aid provided in 2023-24
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Online Classes

Nearly 75% of our military students complete their coursework entirely online. Our flexible online options enable you to earn your degree around your family, work, and life commitments.
  • Customizable degrees in today’s most in-demand fields
  • Convenient 8- and 15-week course sessions
  • Generous transfer policy—up to 90 credit hours!

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Regent is proud to support the military with discounts and awards, flexible class sessions, and one-on-one assistance to help you succeed in your degree program.
  • Active-duty tuition assistance and military benefits counseling
  • VA educational benefits for service members and their spouses and dependents
  • Academic advising and tutoring
  • Free career coaching and employment services
  • Dedicated Green Zone campus supporting military and veteran students

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Hear From Our Students

For 48 years, Regent has prepared 40,000 alumni to succeed in their careers and make a positive difference in the world. You, too, will be challenged to excel both in mind and spirit—to reach for personal excellence and change lives for the better.
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Stephanie Clark

B.S. in Paralegal Studies, 2020

"My college career has been anything but ordinary. But after five years, two schools, two majors, a minor, and a global pandemic, I can finally say that I am a Regent graduate!"

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Kristin Smith

B.A. in History, 2020

"My friends and I feel like Regent chose us. It was clear that we were meant to be here, and we're better for it. I tell others, 'If you're looking for something out of the ordinary, something authentic, that gives evidence to God, I suggest Regent University.' Our community and the pursuit of God are unparalleled."

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Hunter Davis

MBA - International Business, 2019; J.D., 2013; B.A. in Government - American Government & Politics, 2010

"Regent prepared me for steps I needed to take to start a business, as well as to lead one."