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Paralegal Studies Online Information Session - Spring 2026

Attend the Paralegal Studies online information session, and find out how our ABA-approved, 100% online certificate program will prepare you for a career in legal services. You will learn about our comprehensive curriculum, faculty of legal experts and certificate requirements.

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Associated Students Legal Resource Fair

Meet us at the Associate Students Legal Resource Fair and explore your path in the legal field.

You can learn about SFSU’s Paralegal Studies certificate program and how it can help you build practical legal skills for a growing profession. Our team will be there to answer your questions about the program, admissions and career outcomes.

You will also connect with legal organizations from across the Bay Area and discover on-campus resources that support your goals. Explore internships, job opportunities and local legal services, all in one place.

Paralegal Studies: Apply for Summer by April 15

Apply for Summer 2026 by April 15

Get started on your legal career this summer. Our ABA-approved Paralegal Studies program features expert faculty, a strong curriculum and a wide professional network to help you succeed. All classes are taught live online.

You can complete the program in just one year.

Who Can Apply

You need at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units of college credit. If you already have a bachelor’s degree, you are eligible to apply.

Paralegal Studies Online Information Session - Fall 2025

Attend the Paralegal Studies online information session, and find out how our ABA-approved, 100% online certificate program will prepare you for a career in legal services. You will learn about our comprehensive curriculum, faculty of legal experts and certificate requirements.

Additional topics include:

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Paralegal Studies Scholarship – Apply by March 31 for Spring 2026

Apply for the David Goldstein Memorial Scholarship

Spring Deadline: March 31

If you're an SFSU Paralegal Studies student planning a career in criminal law, you may be eligible for the David Goldstein Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship honors a long-time instructor in criminal law and supports students who share his passion for the field.

Two $3,000 scholarships are awarded each fall and spring semester.

Learn more and apply now.

Paralegal Studies Online Information Session - Summer 2026

Attend the Paralegal Studies online information session, and find out how our ABA-approved, 100% online certificate program will prepare you for a career in legal services. You will learn about our comprehensive curriculum, faculty of legal experts and certificate requirements.

Additional topics include:

RSVP to receive the Zoom details.

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