Interested in a Career in Law?
Your negotiation and mediation skills will flourish in Mercy's Legal Studies B.S. program.
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B.S. in Legal Studies
Degree:
B.S.School:
School of Social and Behavioral SciencesLocation:
Dobbs FerryCredits:
120
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Legal Studies B.S. Curriculum
General Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Education Requirements
60 Credits
Major Concentration
Legal Studies*
36 Credits
Open Electives
24 Credits
Total
120 Credits
Students who choose the major concentration in Legal Studies must complete:
- LAWS 130 Intro Legal Studies
- LAWS/SOCL/POLS/PSYN 255 Managing Human Conflict I
- LAWS 310 Intro Law School Experience or LAWS 220 The Art of Legal Reasoning
- LAWS/ POLS 361 Constitutional Law & Policy
and
five additional courses in Legal Studies numbered 203 or above or Paralegal Studies Courses numbered 201 or above.
and three courses from the following:
- LAWS 203 Law of Evidence
- LAWS 220 The Art of Legal Reasoning
- LAWS 235 Argument/Debate & Court Room
- LAWS 210 Exploring the NY Courts
- LAWS 256 Managing Human Conflict II
- LAWS 295 Contemp Issues Legal Studies
- LAWS 310 Introduction to the Law School Experience
- LAWS 380 Co-op Education in Laws I
- LAWS 381 Co-op Education in Laws II
- ENGL 402 Applied English Grammar
- ENGL 304 Modern English: Writing with Style
- Any Political Science Course numbered 300 or above.
There is an 18-credit residency requirement in the major concentration in Legal Studies.
* Note: No more than 12 credits of Paralegal Studies courses may be taken for the Legal Studies major.
Academic Program Sequence Map
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- 2018 - 2019 Legal Studies BS Sequence Map
- 2017 - 2018 Legal Studies BS Sequence Map
- 2016 - 2017 Legal Studies BS Sequence Map
Will you accept transfer credits toward the major?
Yes, we will review courses from accredited institutions and accept up to 18 credits in transfer toward the major.
What is the first step in the admissions process?
Click on "Apply Now" on the Mercy homepage or call 1.877.MERCY.GO to apply for admission to Mercy College and arrange for an appointment with an Admissions Counselor. Bring your completed application form and copies of your high school and/or college transcripts with you at the time of your appointment.
Are department faculty available for academic advising?
Yes, faculty are always ready to help students with questions about what courses to take, the sequencing of courses, and career opportunities, including internships and workplace experience.
How long does earning a degree take?
Full-time students can complete the 120-credit degree program in four years.
What are the benefits of majoring in Legal Studies?
The Legal Studies major provides a strong foundation for students interested in attending law school. The program helps you develop the oral communication, writing and critical thinking skills needed to be successful in the legal profession. The Legal Studies major also provides the student with the skill set necessary for a career in government, politics or public administration.
Am I eligible for induction into an honor society?
Yes. With 75 degree credits and 15 major credits (and overall GPA at least 3.3, major GPA 3.4), you are eligible for induction into Pi Gamma Mu, the National Honor Society for the Social Sciences.
Is Mercy College a nonsectarian institution?
Yes. Qualified applicants are admitted without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or physical disability.
Do you have an internship program?
Yes, students are afforded the opportunity to intern.
Do you offer the program online?
While some courses are offered online, the entire program is not available online.
Legal Studies Overview
The Legal Studies program is designed for students who are interested in a career in the law. The program gives you the opportunity to learn from legal professionals. Practicing attorneys will help you develop the oral communication, writing and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in law school. Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in the law, business or government, the student who majors in general Legal Studies will be introduced to the techniques of successful negotiation and mediation and will have the chance to develop these skills in more advanced courses.
Legal Studies FAQS
While some courses are offered online, the entire program is not available online.
Yes, students are afforded the opportunity to intern.
Legal Studies Fast Facts
- Internships are available
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Legal Studies program are prepared for Law School, Careers in Politics & Administration, Interest Representation (Lobbying), and Conflict Management.
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Program Outcomes
By the end of this program, students should be able to:
- Identify and explain both federal and state governments and their respective court systems
- Conduct research which effectively integrates primary source material
- Critically analyze and interpret the law; evaluate the legal arguments
- Apply ethical concepts to legal and political situations
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