The body of knowledge required to effectively perform legal support services can only come from a formal education in paralegal studies. As attorneys, corporations and government agencies work within an increasingly complex legal framework, the level of responsibility they expect paralegals to be able to take on has also increased. Law offices and other employers in Arizona have come to rely on paralegals with the kind of expertise that can only come from earning a certificate or degree in paralegal studies.
Fresh out of high school and eager to begin your career as a paralegal? Already been holding it down and ruling the law firm with your paralegal mastery, but looking to take your career to the next level by specializing in a specific area of law?
Choosing a paralegal program that’s going to help you reach your goals is a big decision. And, with such a large selection of options available, we understand that making that decision can be totally overwhelming.
What we’ve done here is simplify things a bit by listing our top picks for schools with online programs or a campus presence in Arizona. Our selections are entirely based on the quality of the school and the programs they offer. That’s why our curated list only includes schools that have received regional or national accreditation.
Many of the school you’ll find here do offer exclusively online programs. Request information to learn more about tuition costs and delivery options.
Arizona State University
Arizona State University is a 4-year public college with its main campus in Tempe with additional campus locations in Cochise, Lake Havasu, Pima, Pinal, the Gila Valley, Tucson, Yavapai, Yuma, and Phoenix.
Paralegal Certificate – Online
Arizona Western College
Arizona Western College is a 2-year public institution with its campus located in Yuma.
Certificate in Paralegal Studies – On Campus
Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies – On Campus
Bryan University
Bryan University is a 4-year private college located in Tempe, Arizona.
Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies and Litigation Technologies – Online
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies and Litigation Technologies – Online
Mohave Community College
Mohave Community College is a 2-year school located in Kingman.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) – Paralegal – Online
Paralegal Certificate – Online (undergraduate, pre-degree)
National Paralegal College
National Paralegal College (NPC) is a distance learning institution; the admissions office is located in Phoenix.
Associate of Paralegal Studies – Online
Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies – Online
Paralegal Certificate – Online (undergraduate, pre-degree)
Phoenix College
Phoenix College is a 2-year public college located in Phoenix and is part of the Maricopa County Community College District.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal Studies – On-Campus
Paralegal Studies Certificate of Completion (CCL) – On-Campus (post-associate)
Pima Community College
Pima Community College is a 2-year public community college in Tucson.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal Studies – On-Campus
Paralegal Post-Degree Certificate – On-Campus (post-associate)
Rio Salado College
Rio Salado College is a 2-year public college located in Tempe. Rio Salado College is also a joint member of the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD).
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal – Online
Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Paralegal – Online (undergraduate, pre-degree)
Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale Community College is a 2-year public institution located in Scottsdale.
Associate of Arts with an emphasis in Law and Policy – On Campus
University of Arizona
The University of Arizona is a 4-year public institution with a campus location in Tucson.
Bachelor of Arts in Law – On Campus, Online
Health Law for Health Professionals Graduate Certificate – Online
Regulatory Science Graduate Certificate – Online
Aging Law and Policy Graduate Certificate – Online
Health Information, Privacy, Compliance, and Data Security Graduate Certificate – Online
Yavapai College
Yavapai College is a 2-year public college located in Prescott.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) – Paralegal Studies – Online