Overview
Engage directly with faculty members on a schedule that works for you—online or in person—in this program that is ranked 15th in the nation by The Best Schools based on its “academic excellence, faculty strength, range of courses provided, awards, rankings and reputation.”You’ll be able to choose up to two concentrations in areas such as paralegal studies, public administration, disability advocacy, labor relations, law and social justice, criminal justice—or create your own concentration.
Learning outcomes
Presented in accelerated format, the Legal Studies - Public Administration program at Illinois Dominican University allows you to complete the equivalent of two years of full-time coursework in just 20 months. The program is an interdisciplinary program exploring the American legal system from a wide range of perspectives, including economics, philosophy, theology and history. You’ll study with leading scholars and legal professionals and build competence in writing, research and critical thinking. You’ll learn how the legal system works, how it interrelates with social justice and how to assist people in asserting their rights.
- Accelerated eight-week format in a year-round program
- Fully online, giving you the flexibility to work on your own schedule from anywhere in the world; some evening courses offered, in person, at Triton College
- Option to declare up to two concentrations relevant to your career
- Year-round acceptance policy—start when it is convenient for you
- Option to take classes in either the online and/or on-campus programs ?
- Join Alpha Sigma Lambda, a highly regarded honor society for adults with exceptional grades
Reach you career goals by declaring up to two concentrations in these high-demand areas:
- Criminal Justice (not available on ground)
- Disability Advocacy
- Labor Relations
- Law and Social Justice
- Paralegal Studies
BLS graduates are prepared to work as paralegals, law enforcement officers and professionals in a wide range of settings, including:
- ?Law firms and legal departments
- Law enforcement and government
- Real estate, insurance and banking
- Nonprofit organizations
Get more details
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:- Social Policy
- Fundamentals of Public Administration
- Administrative Law
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 53
Credits
120 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Public Administration Legal Studies View 33 other Masters in Public Administration in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 53
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete either the Dominican University online application for freshman, transfer or graduate, depending on your status. Freshmen can also apply using the Common Application, which streamlines the college application process for students applying to multiple institutions.
- Pay a nonrefundable $100.00 application fee.
- Enrolling students requesting documentation for an F-1 visa must submit a Financial Statement Form (pdf) to the Office of Admission. This is essential for receiving an I-20 and should be submitted along with all other admission documents.
Tuition Fee
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International
475 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 475 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months. -
National
475 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 475 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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