Overview

In this Professional Studies in Legal Studies major from Illinois Dominican University, you’ll explore the legal system from a range of perspectives, including economics, philosophy, theology and history. In less than two years, you’ll be prepared to work at law firms, corporate legal departments, social justice advocacy groups and more. Those seeking to work as paralegals can take courses in areas like civil litigation or real estate law in preparation for certification exams.

Our adult and continuing studies programs are also a natural bridge to some of our most high-impact master’s degrees, including our Master of Arts in Mediation and Conflict Resolution.

A program designed with you in mind

Dominican is the right place to relaunch your academic journey. We understand the unique needs of today’s busy adult learners and value the experience you bring. We’re prepared to help you clear obstacles and balance academic demands, full-time work and family responsibilities. You can transfer prior credit. And you can study from anywhere by taking your classes fully online.

The university offers courses year-round in an accelerated eight-week format that allows you to finish in as little as 20 months. You can also choose our in-person evening classes, offered at Triton College.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

The American Legal System

Legal Research and Writing

Religion and the Law

Law & Economics

Philosophical Basis of the Law

Contracts

Legal Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: admission are on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

River Forest, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants who completed coursework at institutions outside the United States must submit official, translated transcripts from secondary schools and colleges/universities that have been attended.

Transcripts from colleges/universities must include include course details for all courses taken (course by course report).

Proof of English Language Proficiency: International students who are not native speakers of English must provide proof of English language proficiency as part of the application to Dominican University.

Admitted international students who require an F-1 or J-1 visa, or whose visa needs are unclear, will be asked to complete a supplemental form, providing Dominican documents required for the university to generate an I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1 students). Either the I-20 or DS-2019 document will be required for students to obtain a U.S. visa from an American embassy or consulate.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

40958 USD / year

≈ 40958 USD / year
Out-of-State

40958 USD / year

≈ 40958 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40958 USD / year

≈ 40958 USD / year

Living costs

River Forest

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

A program designed with you in mind

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

River Forest

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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