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Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies Grand Valley State University Grand Valley State University, USA

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USD 20750

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Legal studies students may earn a bachelor of arts (B.A.) or bachelor of science (B.S.) degree. The B.A. requires third semester proficiency in a foreign language. The B.S. requires completion of courses in statistics and research methods. A minor, not approved by the ABA, is also available.

Why Study Legal Studies At Grand Valley?

  • The legal studies major is approved by the American Bar Association and features a critical-thinking foundation that focuses on professional skills.
  • The program prides itself on the diverse professional experience of its faculty members, most of whom are licensed attorneys with experience working in areas of civil and criminal law.
  • Faculty are engaged in scholarly research and writing and have been recognized as award-winning teachers and mentors.
  • The program's advisory board consists of attorneys and paralegals who give guidance on matters such as curriculum, internship and employment opportunities, and trends in the legal field.
  • The legal studies internship program allows students to get college credit for work in law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and other organizations that engage in law-related work.
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 21 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, May 2024, Aug 2024, Jan 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    •  Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

     

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    20750

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

     Free

    Application Fee
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    9000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    For Undergraduate:

    • Guaranteed Scholarship__ 6000$ for all the international students
    • International Merit Scholarship: $2,500 to $10,000. Scholarship decisions are based on a review of the information in the application, including an essay, academic information,
    • and extracurricular activities. Students who submit an application for fall admission by February 1 are eligible for this scholarship. Only students on F1 status are eligible for this scholarship

    For Graduate:

    • We have kept in state tuition fee for all the students (kind of inbuilt scholarship).
    • We do have graduate assistantships through which students can work on campus.

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